THE PERSON

i. Possess a minimum of Doctoral Degree or equivalent in fisheries and aquatic sciences. ii. Minimum of five years (5) years’ experience of lecturing in a university or equivalent. iii. Should have served at position of Senior Lecturer for three (3) years and have made significant and original contribution to the discipline through research and scholarship. iv. Minimum of ten (10) pieces of published research products (e.g. books, book chapters and journal articles), six (6) of which are refereed journal articles, which reflect a spread of national, regional and international journals, lead and or single author in at least five (5) refereed journal articles or book chapters. v. Research profile should provide evidence of research mentorship to junior scholars.vi. Demonstrate academic leadership, service to the university, the profession and the community and provide evidence of attracting research grants/funds.vii.Possession of qualification, which is recognised by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA), certificates of competence in Training of Trainers, Moderator and Assessor are added advantages.

KNOWLEDGE

i. Sound and up-to-date knowledge in the areas of fisheries and aquatic sciences.ii. Experiential knowledge of teaching, research and service.iii. Evidence of engagement in community and industry, academic planning and strategic leadership. COMPETENCIES

i. Academic Planning and Strategic Leadershipiv.Analytical and Conceptual Skills v. Creative and Innovativevi.Managing Complexity DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND AQUATIC RESOURCES (WAR)

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:07:51(WAR)

SENIOR LECTURER IN AQUATIC BIOLOGY - ONE POST

Accountable to the Head of Department for Wildlife and Aquatic Resources (WAR), the incumbent will be responsible for the following, among others:

JOB PURPOSE

The successful candidate will be required to:i. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (for example Aquatic Biology and Ecology, Introduction to Ichthyology, Limnology, Fundamentals of Aquaculture, Ecology and Management of Inland Waters, Wetland Ecology and Management); ii. Supervise undergraduate and graduate student’s projects; iii.Initiate and/or participate on individual or collaborative research work in the department and faculty;iv. Participates in curriculum development, policy discussions and extension activitiesv. Undertakes any other duties to promote the mandate of the university and/or as assigned by the Head of Department.

KNOWLEDGE

i. Sound and up-to-date knowledge in the areas of aquatic biology/sciences.ii. Experiential knowledge of teaching, research and service.iii.Evidence of engagement in community and industry, academic planning and strategic leadership.

THE PERSON

Candidate must possess:i.Minimum of MSc in Aquatic Biology/Aquatic Sciences or related field from a recognised institution. A Doctoral Degree is preferred. ii.At least three (3) years teaching experience as a lecturer or equivalent post at a university or comparable institution.iii.A minimum of five (5) pieces of published research products in the areas of Aquatic Biology / Sciences, at least three (3) of which are refereed journal articles which reflect a spread of national, regional and international journals, and/or single author in at least two (2) refereed journal articles or book chapters. iv.The candidate must demonstrate service to the university, the profession and the community.

v. Ability to attract external research grants/funds will be an added advantage.vi. Possession of qualification, which is recognised by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA), certificates of competence in Training of Trainers, Moderator and Assessor are added advantages.

COMPETENCIES

• Academic Planning and Strategic Leadership• Analytical and Conceptual Skills • Creative and Innovative• Managing Complexity

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:07:52(WAR)

SENIOR LECTURER IN BEHAVIOURAL ECOLOGY

Accountable to the Head of Department for Wildlife and Aquatic Resources (WAR), the incumbent will be responsible for the following among others;

JOB PURPOSE

The successful candidate will be required to:i. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (for example Wildlife Ecology, Behavioural Ecology, Research Technics in Wildlife Management); ii.Supervise undergraduate and graduate student’s projects; iii.Initiate and/or participate on individual or collaborative research work in the department and faculty;vi.Participates in curriculum development, policy discussions and extension activitiesvii.Undertakes any other duties to promote the mandate of the university and/or as assigned by the Head of Department.

THE PERSON

Candidate must possess:i. Minimum of MSc in Behavioural Ecology or related field from a recognised institution. A Doctoral Degree is preferred. ii. At least three (3) years teaching experience as a lecturer or equivalent post at a university or comparable institution.iii. A minimum of five (5) pieces of published research products in the areas of behavioural ecology or related field, at least three (3) of which are refereed journal articles which reflect a spread of national, regional and international journals, and/or single author in at least two (2) refereed journal articles or book chapters. iv. The candidate must demonstrate service to the university, the profession and the community. v. Ability to attract external research grants/funds will be an added advantage.vi. Possession of qualification, which is recognised by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA), certificates of competence in Training of Trainers, Moderator and Assessor are added advantages.

KNOWLEDGE

i. Sound and up-to-date knowledge in the areas of behavioural ecology.ii. Experiential knowledge of teaching, research and service.iii.Evidence of engagement in community and industry, academic planning and strategic leadership.

FACULTY OF NATURAL RESOURCES (FNR)

DEPARTMENT OF RANGE AND FOREST RESOURCES (RFR)

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO: 2019:07:48(RFR)

PROFESSOR IN FOREST SCIENCES – ONE POSITION

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to the Head of Department for Range and Forest Resources (RFR), the incumbent will be responsible for the following, among others:i. To provide academic leadership in the department and faculty, which entails making original contribution to the discipline through research and

scholarship.ii. To provide leadership in scholarship of research and make significant contribution to the administration of faculty/institution. iii.To individually and collaboratively engage in teaching, research and academic leadership and develop as well as service activities. iv.To teach undergraduate and graduate courses (e.g. Forest and Range Botany/ Forest Botany, Ecology of Forests and Rangelands, Seed Technology, Forest Ecology, Agroforestry, Research Methods and Scientific Writing, Non-Timber Forest Products, Research Project, Forest Management and Certification as well as Climate Change and Forest Resources).v. Supervise undergraduate and graduate projects.

THE PERSON

i.Possess a minimum of Doctoral Degree or equivalent in forest sciences. ii.Minimum of eight years (8) years’ experience of lecturing in a university or equivalent. iii.Should have served at position of Associate Professor for three (3) years and have made significant and original contribution to the discipline through research and scholarship. iv.Minimum of twenty (20) pieces of published research products (e.g. books, book chapters and journal articles), eight (8) of which are refereed journal articles which reflect a spread of national, regional and international journals, lead and or single author in at least six (6) refereed journal articles or book chapters. v. Research profile should provide evidence of research mentorship to junior scholars.vi.Demonstrate academic leadership, service to the university, the profession and the community and provide evidence of attracting research grants/funds.vii.Possession of qualification, which is recognised by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA), certificates of competence in Training of Trainers, Moderator and Assessor are added advantages.

KNOWLEDGE i. Sound and up-to-date knowledge in the areas of forest sciences.ii. Experiential knowledge of teaching, research and service.iii. Evidence of engagement in community and industry, academic planning and strategic leadership. COMPETENCIESi. Academic Planning and Strategic Leadershipii. Analytical and Conceptual Skills iii. Creative and Innovativeiv. Managing Complexity

DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND AQUATIC RESOURCES (WAR)

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:07:49(WAR)

PROFESSOR IN WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT – ONE POST

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to the Head of Department for Wildlife and Aquatic Resources (WAR), the incumbent will be responsible for the following, among others:i.To provide academic leadership in the department and faculty, which entails making original contribution to the discipline through research and scholarship.ii.To provide leadership in scholarship of research and make significant contribution to the administration of faculty/institution. iii.To individually and collaboratively engage in teaching, research and academic leadership and develop as well as service activities. iv.To teach undergraduate and graduate courses (e.g. Introduction to Evolutionary Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Behavioural Ecology, Research Techniques in Wildlife Management, Climate Change and Wildlife, Conservation Planning, Protected Areas Management, Wildlife Utilisation and Policies in Wildlife Management).v. Supervise undergraduate and graduate projects.

THE REQUIREMENTS

i. Possess a minimum of Doctoral Degree or equivalent in wildlife management. ii. Minimum of eight years (8) years’ experience of lecturing in a university or equivalent. iii. Should have served at position of Associate Professor for three (3) years and have made significant and original contribution to the discipline through research and scholarship. iv. Minimum of twenty (20) pieces of published research products (e.g. books, book chapters and journal articles), eight (8) of which are refereed journal articles which reflect a spread of national, regional and international journals, lead and or single author in at least six (6) refereed journal articles or book chapters. v. Research profile should provide evidence of research mentorship to junior scholars.vi. Demonstrate academic leadership, service to the university, the profession and the community and provide evidence of attracting research grants/funds.vii. Possession of qualification, which is recognised by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA), certificates of competence in Training of Trainers, Moderator and Assessor are added advantages.

KNOWLEDGE i. Sound and up-to-date knowledge in the areas of wildlife management.ii.Experiential knowledge of teaching, research and service.iii. Evidence of engagement in community and industry, academic planning and strategic leadership. COMPETENCIESi. Academic Planning and Strategic Leadershipi. Analytical and Conceptual Skills ii. Creative and Innovativeiii. Managing Complexity

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:07:50(WAR)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN FISHERIES AND AQUATIC SCIENCES – ONE POST

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to the Head of Department for Wildlife and Aquatic Resources (WAR), the incumbent will be responsible for the following, among others:i. To provide academic leadership in the department and faculty, which entails making original contribution to the discipline through research and scholarship.ii. To provide leadership in scholarship of research and make significant contribution to the administration of faculty/institution. iii. To individually and collaboratively engage in teaching, research and academic leadership and develop as well as service activities. iv. To teach undergraduate and graduate courses (e.g. Aquatic Biology and Ecology, Fisheries Management and Biology, Fish Population Dynamics and Stock Assessment, Ecology and Management of Inland Waters, and Fish Culture)v. Supervise undergraduate and graduate projects.

BOTSWANA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES

+267 365 0 100 www.buan.ac.bw info@buan.ac.bw@ @BUANbw BUANbw

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENTSThe Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following posts.

CLOSING DATE: 21 August 2019

Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates, who will be invited for an interview.

Fringe Benefits: These include motor vehicle purchase advance scheme, an optional 50% funded medical aid plan and group life assurance scheme. In addition, pensionable staff are offered a contributory pension scheme while contract staff are offered a gratuity of 25% of basic salary after successful completion of a two-year contract.

Method of Application: Applications quoting the vacancy number, the post being applied for, and accompanied by detailed CVs, three references, one of whom should be an employer/most recent employer and/or immediate supervisor (including their telephone and fax numbers and e-mail addresses where applicable), true and certified copies of educational/professional certificates, grade transcripts and national identity card/passport must be sent to the address below. The CV should contain detailed list of courses taught, published works clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers, names of co-authors, if any, and number of pages. The works should be categorized into books, refereed works, non-refereed works and others.

Director Human ResourcesBotswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Private Bag0027Gaborone

COMPETENCIES• Academic Planning and Strategic Leadership• Analytical and Conceptual Skills • Creative and Innovative• Managing Complexity

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:07:53(WAR) LECTURER IN EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY - ONE POST

Accountable to the Head of Department for Wildlife and Aquatic Resources (WAR), the incumbent will be responsible for the following, among others:

JOB PURPOSE

The successful candidate will be required to:i. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (for example Introduction to Evolutionary Biology, Conservation Biology and Applied Techniques in Wildlife Management); ii. Supervise undergraduate and graduate student’s projects; iii.Initiate and/or participate on individual or collaborative research work in the department and faculty;iv.Participates in curriculum development, policy discussions and extension activitiesv. Undertakes any other duties to promote the mandate of the university and/or as assigned by the Head of Department.

THE PERSON

Candidate must possess:i. Minimum of MSc in Evolutionary Biology or related field from a recognised institution. A Doctoral Degree is preferred. ii.Direct entryiii.Possession of qualification, which is recognised by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA), certificates of competence in Training of Trainers, Moderator and Assessor are added advantages.

vi.Possession of qualification, which is recognised by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA), certificates of competence in Training

of Trainers, Moderator and Assessor are added advantages.

KNOWLEDGE

i. Sound and up-to-date knowledge in the areas of behavioural ecology.ii. Experiential knowledge of teaching, research and service.iii.Evidence of engagement in community and industry, academic planning and strategic leadership.

COMPETENCIES• Academic Planning and Strategic Leadership• Analytical and Conceptual Skills • Creative and Innovative• Managing Complexity

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:08:54 (HR)

HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER (GENERIC)

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to the Manager, Recruitment/Training and Organizational Development/Employee Relations and Welfare, the incumbent will be responsible for the following among others;

i. Provide HR administration services to ensure implementation of the University’s procedures.

THE REQUIREMENTS

The right candidate must meet the following minimum requirements, among others;

i. Possess Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management/Industrial Psychology or any related discipline from a recognized Institution. ii. Possess two (2) years’ work related experience.iii.Knowledge of Local Employment act and relevant law and HR administration.

COMPETENCIES

• Execution and Delivery• Application of HR Legislation and Policy• Administration• Customer Focus• Drive• Recruitment and Selection

DEPARTMENT OF ACADEMIC AND STUDENT SERVICES

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:08:55 (ASS)

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (STUDENT RECRUITMENT, ALUMNI & CAREER SERVICES) - ONE POST

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to the Manager, Recruitment/Training and Organizational Development/Employee Relations and Welfare, the incumbent will be responsible for the following among others;i. Provide administrative support to the recruitment, career counselling and student exchange/placement department.

THE REQUIREMENTS

The right candidate must meet the following minimum requirements, among others;

i. Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or relevant.ii. Possess two (2) years post qualification experience as in administrative, preferably in a tertiary education institution.iii.Knowledge of institutional policies and procedures, academic programs, career counselling, institutional linkages, student recruitment (local & international) & Alumni services, enrolment management. COMPETENCIES

• Execution and Delivery• Recruitment and Selection• Applications: Company Operations System• University Product Knowledge• Administration

LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:08: 56 (LIS)

LIBRARY OFFICER- TECHNICAL SERVICES – ONE POST

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to Librarian, the incumbent will be responsible for the following among others;

i. Create and verify bibliographic data, order, receive, process and issue library materials in accordance with internationally accepted standards, library and procedures in order to ensure availability to materials to customers.ii. To attend to customer enquiries, inter-library loan requests, and referrals to effectively and efficiently meet customer expectations.

THE REQUIREMENTS

The right candidate must meet the following minimum requirements, among others;

i. Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Studies or equivalent.ii. Two (2) years’ work related experience.iii. Knowledge in cataloguing, classification, indexing, abstracting, preservation and conservation. Archives administration and records management.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge organisation and management • Library resource management Execution and Delivery• Leading teams• Document Management

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:08:57 (LIS)

LIBRARY OFFICER - CLIENT SERVICES – ONE POST

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to Librarian, Client Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the following among others;

i. To attend to customer enquiries, inter-library loan requests, and referrals to effectively and efficiently meet customer expectations.

THE REQUIREMENTS

The right candidate must meet the following minimum requirements, among others;

i. Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Studies or equivalent.ii.Two (2) years’ work related experience.iii.Knowledge in customer service, marketing activities and information literacy

COMPETENCIES

• Customer focus• Client education/demonstration• Library customer extension services• Marketing strategy• product knowledge and information literacy

COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING DEPARTMENT

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2019:08:58 (C&M)

MARKETING OFFICER– ONE POST

JOB PURPOSE

Accountable to the Manager, Communications and Marketing, the incumbent will be responsible for the following among others;

i. Implement marketing initiatives and brand management policies/programs to promote brand equity. ii. Provide information and insights regarding customers, markets, competitors and promotional campaign effectiveness as well as promoting the University’s product and services.

THE REQUIREMENTS

The right candidate must meet the following minimum requirements, among others;

i. Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or equivalent.ii.Three (3) years post qualification with 2 years’ work related experience.iii.In depth knowledge of marketing, brand management and market research

COMPETENCIES

• Execution and Delivery• Promotions and Campaign Management• Technical Expertise • Market Research and Public Speaking

Or Email to : recruitment@buan.ac.bw