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The National University of Science & Technology seeks a full-time Director Of Centre For Continuing Education (Cce) to work on-site in Bulawayo. This leadership position is…
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The National University of Science & Technology seeks a full-time Director Of Centre For Continuing Education (Cce) to work on-site in Bulawayo. This leadership position is responsible for directing the strategic and academic operations of the Centre for Continuing Education, aligning departmental goals with institutional strategy and national skills requirements. The role involves overseeing daily administration, designing corporate and professional development programs, managing instructional and administrative personnel, and driving revenue…
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The National University of Science & Technology seeks a full-time Director Of Centre For Continuing Education (Cce) to work on-site in Bulawayo. This leadership position is responsible for directing the strategic and academic operations of the Centre for Continuing Education, aligning departmental goals with institutional strategy and national skills requirements.
The role involves overseeing daily administration, designing corporate and professional development programs, managing instructional and administrative personnel, and driving revenue generation to ensure financial sustainability. The appointee will coordinate admissions, registration, timetabling, examinations, and graduations, while also collaborating with the marketing department on annual publicity plans.
Furthermore, the position requires establishing partnerships with government ministries, industry groups, and professional bodies to deliver tailored training solutions. The director will represent the centre on Senate and Faculty committees, act as a liaison between external clients and university faculties, and participate in regional and national continuing education forums.
Responsibilities
- Formulate strategic direction for the Centre for Continuing Education in alignment with national skills needs and university strategy
- Establish departmental goals, drive revenue targets, and maintain financial sustainability
- Create and review short courses, certificate programs, and corporate education offerings
- Recruit, supervise, and evaluate instructors and administrative personnel
- Manage daily operations including admissions, registration, timetabling, examinations, and graduation processes
- Collaborate with the marketing department to execute an annual publicity and marketing strategy
- Build partnerships with industry, government ministries, and professional bodies to deliver customized training
- Serve as the CCE representative on relevant Senate and Faculty committees
- Deliver reports on student enrollment, revenue, and program performance to university management
Requirements
- Hold academic or professional qualifications up to a Doctorate Degree in a discipline offered by the University
- Achieve at least Senior Lecturer Grade or possess credentials qualifying for appointment at that level
- Accumulate a minimum of five years of post-qualification experience in academic and administrative leadership within higher education or a related field
- Demonstrate experience in developing, coordinating, and managing non-credit courses and programs
- Show evidence of participation in applied research addressing societal problems, innovation, and technology development
Qualifications
- Possess a Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field
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What is the location and work arrangement for the Director Of CCE role?
The position is based on-site in Bulawayo at the National University of Science & Technology.
What is the employment type for this position?
This is a full-time role for a single post.
What education and experience are required to apply?
Candidates need academic or professional qualifications preferably at the Doctorate Degree level in a university-offered discipline, must be at least at Senior Lecturer Grade or equivalent, and require a minimum of five years of post-qualification experience in higher education academic and administrative leadership.
Is the salary specified in the job posting?
No, the salary is not stated in the job posting.
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