Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Registrar, the Dean of Students is responsible for the overall effectiveness of the University’s student services and provides strategic initiatives in the following areas: student housing, health, counselling, sport, student conduct, orientation, and coordinating services for international students.

Duties and Responsibilities
 Oversees the development, implementation and evaluation of the Division of Student Affairs’ strategic plans, programmes, and services in support of the university mission and goals;
 Facilitates the effective engagement of students in University governance in line with the
LSU Act and other relevant Regulations and Ordinances.
 Develops and implements social and leadership development programmes for students
with a focus on the Student Executive Council (SEC);
 Establishes a student culture where diversity is encouraged and where students learn to
respect 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 life
more 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 reviewing
infrastructural facilities to ensure a barrier-free environment;
 Manages and deploys the Division’s resources efficiently, effectively, economically and
in 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 partnerships
with reputable donors and sponsors that are beneficial to the university;
 Provides guidance and advice to students on immigration regulations to ensure processing
and 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

 A Master’s degree in Student Administration, Adult Education, Psychology, Counselling or 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 senior management role
 Demonstrated knowledge of student governance in a University setting and culture.
 Experience in managing cultural diversity and students’ social services.
 Evidence of research and publications in relevant discipline will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Conditions of Service
An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered, details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates only.

Application Procedure
All 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) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees and copies of certificates must be emailed to the [email protected] in a single continuous PDF file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.

Application letters should be addressed to:
The A/Deputy Registrar
Human Resources & Administration
Human Resources Section
Lupane State University
P O Box 170
Lupane