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Great Zimbabwe University- GZUPart Time Teaching Posts - Irrigation And Water Management (1 Posts)
Great Zimbabwe University- GZU is seeking a qualified candidate for a part-time teaching post focused on Irrigation And Water Management. This position involves instructing students, supervising…
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Great Zimbabwe University- GZU is seeking a qualified candidate for a part-time teaching post focused on Irrigation And Water Management. This position involves instructing students, supervising undergraduate research, and participating in research and innovation within the field of Crop Science. The successful educator will be responsible for teaching three specific modules: Irrigation Systems Design 1, Irrigation Systems Design 11, and Soil and Water Conservation Engineering. Additional duties include lecturing for…
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Great Zimbabwe University- GZU is seeking a qualified candidate for a part-time teaching post focused on Irrigation And Water Management. This position involves instructing students, supervising undergraduate research, and participating in research and innovation within the field of Crop Science.
The successful educator will be responsible for teaching three specific modules: Irrigation Systems Design 1, Irrigation Systems Design 11, and Soil and Water Conservation Engineering. Additional duties include lecturing for a minimum of 12 hours per week, creating and reviewing teaching materials aligned with ZIMCHE standards, administering examinations, supervising student projects, and engaging in departmental activities and income-generating projects.
This role is suitable for academic professionals with expertise in irrigation and water management who possess prior teaching experience at the tertiary or university level. Candidates must meet specific educational criteria, and those without a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher and Tertiary Education will need to acquire one within their first three years of appointment.
Responsibilities
- Instruct undergraduate and postgraduate courses for at least 12 hours weekly as assigned by the Head of Department
- Design and update course materials, outlines, e-learning content, and modules meeting ZIMCHE standards
- Prepare, moderate, grade, and oversee examinations and coursework in accordance with GZU policy
- Oversee student projects, research dissertations, and work-based learning
- Produce and publish peer-reviewed research papers in recognized journals
- Take part in community outreach programs connecting academic expertise to local issues
- Create new educational approaches, patents, prototypes, or curricula
- Turn research findings into functional applications, software, business models, or teaching tools
- Advance innovations toward commercial goods and services
- Engage in departmental and school income-generating initiatives
- Serve on university, school, and departmental committees
- Handle other duties assigned by the Chairperson, Dean, or University Management
Requirements
- Hold a Doctoral degree, a Master of Science degree in Irrigation and Water Management or an equivalent qualification, and a relevant first degree with a minimum of an upper second (2.1) classification
- Demonstrate progress toward completing a relevant Doctoral degree if lacking the terminal degree
- Possess mandatory teaching experience at the university or tertiary level
- Teach the modules Irrigation Systems Design 1, Irrigation Systems Design 11, and Soil and Water Conservation Engineering
- Obtain a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher and Tertiary Education within the first three years of appointment if not already held
Qualifications
- Possession of a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher and Tertiary Education
Core Skills
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What is the employment type for this position?
The role is offered on a part-time basis.
What educational qualifications are required to apply?
Applicants must hold a relevant first degree with at least an upper second (2.1) classification, along with a Master of Science in Irrigation and Water Management or an equivalent qualification, or a Doctoral degree. Candidates showing progress toward a relevant Doctoral degree are also considered.
Is prior teaching experience required?
Yes, teaching experience at the tertiary or university level is mandatory for this role.
What specific modules will the successful applicant teach?
The successful applicant will teach Irrigation Systems Design 1, Irrigation Systems Design 11, and Soil and Water Conservation Engineering.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline listed in the posting is 08/11/2026.
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