Dean of Students – Student Affairs Section (1 Post)

Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts.

Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Registrar, the Dean of Students is responsible for the overall effectiveness ofthe University’s student services and provides strategic initiatives in the following areas:student housing, health, counselling, sport, student conduct, orientation, and coordinatingservices for international students.Duties and Responsibilities Oversees the development, implementation and evaluation of the Division of StudentAffairs’ strategic plans, programmes, and services in support of the university missionand goals; Facilitates the effective engagement of students in University governance in line with theLSU Act and other relevant Regulations and Ordinances. Develops and implements social and leadership development programmes for studentswith a focus on the Student Executive Council (SEC); Establishes a student culture where diversity is encouraged and where students learn torespect differences, take responsibility for their actions and exercise leadership; Overseas the performance of all units in the Division (including Health, Counselling,Accommodation, Sport services and Student Representative Council) to make campus lifemore interesting and vibrant; Ensures that the needs of disabled students are sufficiently addressed by developing,implementing and maintaining relevant policies and processes as well as reviewinginfrastructural facilities to ensure a barrier-free environment; Manages and deploys the Division’s resources efficiently, effectively, economically andin accordance with the relevant policies; Compiles and manages the Division’s budget, authorises the procurement of services,equipment and materials and safeguards the all assets and facilities; Mobilises resources in collaboration with other stakeholders and pursues partnershipswith reputable donors and sponsors that are beneficial to the university; Provides guidance and advice to students on immigration regulations to ensure processingand routine renewal of study permits in line with the country’s laws; and Performs any other duties as assigned by the Registrar.Attributes Ability to formulate policy in line with best practices; Passion and energy for working with students of all age groups

Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and Skills A Master’s degree in Student Administration, Adult Education, Psychology, Counsellingor related field; a PhD will be an added advantage Demonstrated leadership and in a university; Sensitivity and effectiveness in responding to challenges of student campus life; Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Experience Minimum of 6 years post qualification experience in Higher Education in a seniormanagement role Demonstrated knowledge of student governance in a University setting and culture. Experience in managing cultural diversity and students’ social services.2.2  Evidence of research and publications in relevant discipline will be an added advantage.

How to Apply
Conditions of ServiceAn attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered, details of which willbe disclosed to shortlisted candidates only.Application ProcedureAll applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a Curriculum Vitae(giving full personal particulars of applicant including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications,employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and names, addresses (including email) andtelephone numbers of three contactable referees and copies of certificates must be emailed to theregistrar@lsu.ac.zw in a single continuous PDF file clearly indicating the position being applied for in thesubject line.Application letters should be addressed to:The A/Deputy RegistrarHuman Resources & AdministrationHuman Resources SectionLupane State UniversityP O Box 170Lupane