LECTURER IN BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS (DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE)

FACULTY OF BUSINESS

DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

VACANCY NO. FB/ A & F 8/ 2014

LECTURER IN BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS (Re-advertisement)

Duties: The Department of Accounting and Finance is looking for a candidate who is qualified and competent to teach Business Information Systems courses at both Undergraduate and Graduate levels. The candidate must be able to teach in at least 3 of the following areas: Systems analysis & design; Strategic information systems; Accounting information systems, database systems, decisions support systems, Business software development, Business systems security, Information systems auditing, e-commerce and project management. Knowledge of at least two of the following programming languages is crucial: Python, Java, C++ and Visual Basic.net and be able to program in one of these environments: Linux, UNIX, and/or Windows platforms. In addition, the candidate will be expected to undertake research and perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Candidates should have: (i) a Masters’ Degree in Information Systems or related fields; (ii) a relevant Bachelors’ Degree with at least a 2(i) pass with an overall GPA of at least 3.6; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service; (iv) a relevant PhD, a professional information systems qualification, teaching experience at a University or comparable institution and demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.

Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. . For more information on the University please visit our website www.ub.bw

Applicants are to address the stated qualification and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, fax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Faculty Administrator, Faculty of Business, Private Bag UB 00701, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2231(267) 355 2231; Fax (267) 318 5102; E-mail:tsimako @mopipi.ub.bw.  Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No. 119 at Block 245 (245/119).

N.B: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled