University of Botswana Jobs: Development Officer

Department/Faculty: Okavango Research Institute

Closing Date: Tue, 16 Apr. 2019

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO: IRC 805 - DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Duties: The successful candidate shall be expected to (i) lead all fundraising activities for the Institute; (ii) expand the Institute’s current donors/collaborator base; (iii) provide information to programme/project coordinators on Institutional and individual donor prospects; (iv) assist build research teams, and collect supporting materials for research and/or development of  project proposals;  (v) assist in the development of MoU’s, MoA’s and contracts; (vi) strengthening engagement and commitment with the Institute’s stakeholders; (vii)coordinate official visits to the Institute; (viii) Market the Institute and engage in public relations activities; (ix) Produce the Institute’s biannual newsletter; (x) Produce Institute’s reports; (xi) develop and manage the implementation of ORI’s communication strategy and (xii)  carry out any other duties as may be directed by the supervisor.

Requirements: A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in any field. Preference will be given to candidates with a Master’s degree with expertise or experience in Project management, proposal development, fundraising and public relations. In addition candidates should have excellent interpersonal, management, negotiation, communication and organisational skills. They should be results oriented, proactive, assertive, analytical, innovative and decisive. Competence in information technology, including Microsoft office package and specifically Microsoft publisher and project is essential.

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years documented managerial experience in successful fund raising for research and development programmes/projects in environmental oriented organisations. Must have proven experience in: (i) establishing and maintaining strategic links, partnerships and collaboration of effective and beneficial relations with relevant research Institutes and other stakeholders and (ii) the candidate must be able to develop and make presentations to potential funders and a variety of stakeholders.

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

How to Apply: Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current C.V (including telephone, telefax numbers and e-mail address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and names and addresses (including telephone and e-mail address) of three (3) referees and three reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, University Of Botswana, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana, Tel. 6817223; Fax. 6861835: e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw/ kitso.moetedi@ori.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 Okavango Research Institute Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1 Okavango Research Institute.

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: 16th April, 2019

University of Botswana Jobs: Maintenance Officer

Department/Faculty: Okavango Research Institute

Closing Date: Tue, 16 Apr. 2019

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO: IRC 806 - MAINTENANCE OFFICER

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) receive, complete and certify job cards  and take responsibility for completion and quality of work; (ii) carry out building repair and maintenance work in accordance with job requirements and specifications; (iii) draw necessary tools, materials and equipment for each job; (iv) ensure proper use and security of tools, materials and equipment: (v) plan and organize work to ensure that it is completed within budget (cost effective) and within a reasonable time frame; (vi) supervise minor building projects and ensure that buildings and projects are constructed in accordance with drawings and specifications; (vii) carry out monthly inspection to detect defects and faults in ORI buildings and attend to those (viii) perform any other duties as may be directed by the supervisor.

Requirements: Education; COSC/BGCSE with National Craft Certificate (NCC) as a building artisan and completion of an appropriate apprenticeship.

Experience: At least two years as a Building Trades Artisan with a wide range of knowledge of the building related trades and with competences of organizational and supervisory skills and Interpersonal communication skills.

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

How to Apply: Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current C.V (including telephone, telefax numbers and e-mail address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and names and addresses (including telephone and e-mail address) of three (3) referees and three reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, University Of Botswana, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana, Tel. 6817223; Fax. 6861835: e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw/ kitso.moetedi@ori.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 Okavango Research Institute Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1 Okavango Research Institute.

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: 16th April, 2019

University of Botswana Jobs: Research/Teaching Assistant GIS/RS

Department/Faculty: Okavango Research Institute

Closing Date: Tue, 16 Apr. 2019

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO: IRC 807 - RESEARCH/TEACHING ASSISTANT GIS/RS (Part-time) 2 year contract

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to (i) assist researchers and students with Geographic Information Systems(GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) applications, (ii) assist academic staff and graduate students with GIS/RS data production, acquisition and processing (iii) assist with GIS Laboratory tasks and perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements: Applicants must possess at least a BSc in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or an undergraduate degree where the applicant has completed at least 5 GIS/RS courses/modules. Preference will be given to those with demonstrable/hands-on experience in processing geospatial imagery and data.

Remuneration: This is a part time vacancy, working 20 hours per week. Remuneration is as per approved University of Botswana part time rates.

How to Apply: Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current C.V (including telephone, telefax numbers and e-mail address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and names and addresses (including telephone and e-mail address) of three (3) referees and three reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, University Of Botswana, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana, Tel. 6817223; Fax. 6861835: e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw/ kitso.moetedi@ori.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 Okavango Research Institute Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1 Okavango Research Institute.

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: 16th April, 2019

University of Botswana Jobs: Teaching Assistant

Department/Faculty: Okavango Research Institute

Closing Date: Tue, 16 Apr. 2019

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO: 808 - TEACHING ASSISTANT (Part-time) 2 year contract

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) assist with graduate students’ admissions process; facilitate registration process and ORI graduate program administration; (ii) assist day to day activities of the ORI graduate program; (iii) assist in organising seminars for graduate students and ORI Graduate Committee meetings (iv) perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the ORI Graduate Coordinator to achieve the mission and objectives of the Institute, School of Graduate Studies and the University.

Requirements: Candidates should have the following qualifications (i) at least a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Administration/Management or a related field (ii) at least 2 years administrative experience in an institution of higher learning (iii) demonstrated understanding of the working dynamics of an academic environment; in particular graduate studies will also be an added advantage (iv) proficiency in the use of computers and IT are essential.

Remuneration: This is a part time vacancy, working 20 hours per week. Remuneration is as per approved University of Botswana part time rates.  For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw.

How to Apply: Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current C.V (including telephone, telefax numbers and e-mail address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and names and addresses (including telephone and e-mail address) of three (3) referees and three reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, University Of Botswana, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana, Tel. 6817223; Fax. 6861835: e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw/ kitso.moetedi@ori.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 Okavango Research Institute Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1 Okavango Research Institute.

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: 16th April, 2019

RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN PUBLIC HEALTH

Department/Faculty

Okavango Research Institute

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO. ORI 1/2018: RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN PUBLIC HEALTH, OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Applications are invited for the following academic position at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library (a branch of the University library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www.ori.ub.bw.

Duties: the successful candidate will attend to public health aspects in the Okavango/Ngamiland District. The candidate will investigate and research on patterns and causes of disease and injury in humans. The candidate will seek ways of reducing the risk and occurrence of negative health outcomes through research, community education, and health policy. The candidate will further research on issues such as: Communicable and non- communicable diseases, Infectious diseases, Maternal and child health, chronic diseases, Environmental health, Injuries, Occupational health, Substance abuse and Oral health. Schistosomiasis, malaria, trypanosomiasis, filariasis, cholera, diarrhea diseases, chemical poisoning, malnutrition and injuries were identified as potential health hazards. These are diseases transmitted by intermediate hosts based in water (water-based diseases), diseases transmitted by insect vectors that breed in or near water (water related diseases), diseases contracted by drinking contaminated water (water-borne diseases) and diseases caused by lack of hygiene (water washed diseases). The Okavango Delta also has diseases such as prevalent HIV and AIDS issues which affect the health of people in the region. The candidate should be able to: i) identify and initiate prioritization of public health problems/challenges in the Okavango Delta, ii) provide analysis of impacts and consequences of the identified problems/challenges, iii) final prioritization of the public health problems and iv) provide a causal chain analysis and governance analysis.

Requirements: Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH), epidemiology or related health master’s degree with a focus on public health; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health (MPH), epidemiology or related health degree with a focus on public health with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6 or equivalent; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service. A relevant PhD, teaching experience at a University or comparable institution, demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana or e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw / kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw . Tel. 267 6817223; Fax. 267 6861835. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1.  

                                                                                                           

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:                Open Until Filled

SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR/RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN TOURISM ECONOMICS

Department/Faculty

Okavango Research Institute

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO. ORI 2/2018: SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR/RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN TOURISM ECONOMICS, OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (Re-advertisement)

Applications are invited for the following academic position at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library (a branch of the University library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www.ori.ub.bw.

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research that provides up to date information on the micro and macro-economic contribution of tourism to Botswana’s economy. The candidate is also expected to undertake research in the economic evaluation of tourism destinations and products, hotel management structures, quality control, and consider overall sustainability and environment issues.  The research should provide for a better understanding of the rapidly growing tourism market in Botswana and outcomes need to be made available to academic researchers, policy makers, private investors and the broader community.  These stakeholders recognize qualified information and data as an important competitive advantage in the market place. Research areas therefore need to include, but are not limited to the following: i) micro and macro contributions of tourism development to the economy, ii) Tourism and Environment: an evaluation; iii) Tourism demand and forecasting (e.g. micro-foundations of tourist choice, tourism demand forecasting etc, iv) Tourism supply (e.g. pricing issues within tourism enterprises and markets, pricing principles for natural and cultural attractions) vi)Tourism transport (e.g. airline alliances and tourism, aviation and tourism) vii) Tourism taxation and infrastructure (e.g. taxation of travel and tourism, public sector investment in tourism infrastructure).The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute effectively to cross cutting programmes as defined in the ORI Strategic Plan.

Requirements: Senior Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s degree in Tourism Economics, Business or Tourism management;  (ii) Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science or Business with a strong background in Economics and in one or a combination of the following fields of study: Hospitality and Tourism Economics, Tourism Management, Accounting and Finance for Business, Hospitality and Tourism Services Marketing, Sustainable Tourism Management and/or other related studies with an aggregate of at least 65% pass/GPA of  at least 3.6 on a scale of 5.0; (iii) at least one (1) year research/teaching experience at a university or a comparable institute or one (1) year professional experience;  (iv) a cumulative and sustained record of research and have at least ten (10) publications, Seven (7) of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapter and should be a lead and/or sole author in at least three (3) of these; (v) evidence of engagement in service. Evidence of effective academic leadership ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork and a relevant PhD will be added advantage.

Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s degree in Tourism Economics, Business or Tourism management; (ii) Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science or Business with a strong background in Economics and in one or a combination of the following fields of study: Hospitality and Tourism Economics, Tourism Management, Accounting and Finance for Business, Hospitality and Tourism Services Marketing, Sustainable Tourism Management and/or other related studies with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6 on a scale of 5.0 or equivalent; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service. A relevant PhD, research/teachingexperience at a University or comparable institution, demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

Note: For Senior Research Scholar, the curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications: clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, names of publishers, names of co-authors if any, and number of pages. The publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, chapters in books, refereed and non-refereed journals, consultancies etc. The CV should also have a detailed list of courses taught and the levels for which they were taught

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana or e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw / kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw . Tel. 267 6817223; Fax. 267 6861835. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1. 

                      

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:                Open Until Filled

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR/RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN HYDROLOGY

Department/Faculty

Okavango Research Institute

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO. ORI 3/2018: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR/RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN HYDROLOGY, OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE  (Re-advertisement)

Applications are invited for the following academic position at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library (a branch of the University library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www.ori.ub.bw.

Duties: The successful candidate will conduct research focusing on the understanding of various aspects of hydrological processes in the Okavango Delta, particularly flooding dynamics, evapo-transpiration and vegetation/ water relations. This involves the formulation of broad research projects, (successful) preparation and submission of research proposals, organizing and conducting field measurement campaigns, design and implementation of observation networks, analysis and interpretation of data, and presentation of results in the form of scientific journal articles and oral presentations to various audiences. The candidate will also be expected to teach, supervise students and mentoring of junior staff.

Requirements:

Associate Professor: Applicants should have: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in Hydrology, preferably focusing on wetland hydrology; (ii) have at least three (3) years of research/teaching experience at a University or comparable institution; (iii) have a good and sustained record of research and publications of at least twenty one (21) publications, fourteen (14) of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapters and should be a lead and/or sole author in at least eleven (11) of these; (iv) the overall  profile of research should provide evidence of research mentorship of junior scholars; (v) evidence of service to University, the Profession and the Community; (vi) evidence of effective academic leadership. Ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork, experience in wetland research, preferably focusing on tropical or sub-tropical wetlands, and ideally on southern African wetlands, and a PhD focusing on wetland hydrology will be added advantages.

Senior Research Scholar: Applicants should have: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in Hydrology, preferably focusing on wetland hydrology;(ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Hydrology with at least an aggregate pass of at least 65%/GPA of at least 3.6 on a 5.0 scale or equivalent;  (iii) at least one (1) year research/teaching experience at a University or a comparable institute or one (1) year of relevant professional experience; (iv) a cumulative and sustained record of research and have at least ten (10) publications, seven  (7) of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapters and should be a lead and/or sole author in at least three (3) of these; (v)evidence of engagement in service. Evidence of effective academic leadership, ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork, experience in wetland research, preferably focusing on tropical or sub-tropical wetlands, and ideally on southern African wetlands and a PhD focusing on wetland hydrology will be added advantages.

Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: a Master’s Degree with specialization in Hydrology, preferably focusing on wetland hydrology; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Hydrology with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6 on a scale of 5.0 or equivalent; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service. A PhD focusing on wetland hydrology will be added advantage.  

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

Note: For Associate Professor/Senior Research Scholar, the curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications: clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, names of publishers, names of co-authors if any, and number of pages. The publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, chapters in books, refereed and non-refereed journals, consultancies etc. The CV should also have a detailed list of courses taught and the levels for which they were taught

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana or e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw / kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw . Tel. 267 6817223; Fax. 267 6861835. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1.                                                                                                                        

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:                Open Until Filled

RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY

Department/Faculty

Okavango Research Institute

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO. ORI 4/2018: RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY, OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (Re-advertisement)

Applications are invited for the following academic position at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library (a branch of the University library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www.ori.ub.bw.

Duties: The successful candidate will conduct research on the Okavango Delta ecosystem, analysing environmental samples such as water, soil and plants. The focus will be on the application of Analytical Chemistry to ecosystem dynamics, climate change and water resources management. The candidate will be expected to actively contribute to the operations of the Environmental Laboratory and assist to develop, adapt and adopt methods and techniques (including method validation and development of standard operating procedures) in order for the environmental laboratory to perform its activities.

Requirements: Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a related field with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6 or equivalent; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service. Experience with automated analysis or monitoring of major ions in water and/or biological material, experience in Quality Control, Statistics and computerised data analyses, experience in at least four of the listed instruments: HPLC, GC, GC/MS, elemental analyser, ICP, ion chromatograph and AAS, teaching experience at a university or a comparable institute, demonstration of effective academic leadership and a relevant PhD will be added advantages.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana or e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw / kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw . Tel. 267 6817223; Fax. 267 6861835. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1.                                                                                                                               

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:                Open Until Filled

RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN DISEASE ECOLOGY

Department/Faculty

Okavango Research Institute

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO. ORI 5/2018: RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN DISEASE ECOLOGY, OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Applications are invited for the following academic position at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library (a branch of the University library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www.ori.ub.bw.

Duties: The successful candidate will conduct research focusing on disease ecology in northern Botswana and the Kgalagadi region. Northern Botswana has mixed land uses such as wildlife conservation and livestock production, which creates challenges for control of disease transmission between wildlife and livestock and vice versa. In addition, diseases in northern Botswana have socio-economic and ecological impacts on ecosystem services and in some cases are drivers of biodiversity loss. Thus, the successful candidate will be expected to conduct research that advances our understanding of conditions and vectors of disease transmission between various wildlife species, livestock and people and how this can be managed. Key research would be focussed on finding solutions for harmony of wildlife conservation and livestock production beyond the veterinary fence concept and identifying wildlife diseases that are threats to the wildlife and the tourism industry.

Research will involve the formulation of broad research projects, (successful) preparation and submission of research proposals, organizing and conducting field measurement campaigns, analysis and interpretation of data, and presentation of results in the form of scientific journal articles and oral presentations to various audiences. The candidate will also be expected to teach, supervise students and mentor junior staff, as well as providing technical expertise to colleagues planning to collar, capture or collect tissue samples from research animals.

Requirements: Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in disease ecology (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in disease ecology with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6 or equivalent; (iii) evidence of engagement in research and service. A PhD focusing on wetland disease ecology will be added advantage.  

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana or e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw / kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw . Tel. 267 6817223; Fax. 267 6861835. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1.                                                                                                                                     

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:                Open Until Filled

SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR/RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN LAND USE & POLICY PLANNER

Department/Faculty

Okavango Research Institute

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO. ORI 6/2018: SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR/RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN LAND USE & POLICY PLANNER, OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Applications are invited for the following academic position at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library (a branch of the University library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www.ori.ub.bw.

Duties:  the successful candidate will conduct research on the human use of natural resources in the Okavango Delta area.  The work will include monitoring of key socio-economic and related environment parameters and describing and mapping and digitizing the information.  It will cover practices and attitudes of the land users regarding the sustainability and conservation of the natural resources and the relationship between human activities and ecosystem interventions (disturbance pattern). The research activities will involve the analysis of effective stakeholder participation in the ongoing planning and resource management process in the Okavango Delta and contribute to the drawing up of management proposals.

Requirements: Senior Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: i) A Master’s degree in Regional Development Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Land use Planning, Natural Resource Management, Human Geography, Planning or in a related planning field; (ii) A Bachelor’s degree in Regional Development Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Land use Planning, Natural Resource Management, Human Geography, Planning or in a related planning field with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6 on a 5.0 scale or equivalent; (iii) show evidence of engagement in service; (iv) at least one (1) year research/teaching experience at a University or a comparable institute or one (1) year of relevant professional experience; (v) a cumulative and sustained record of research and have at least ten (10) publications, seven  (7) of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapters and should be a lead and/or sole author in at least three (3) of these. Skills in Geographical Information Systems and participatory planning methods, relevant working experience preferably in the rural development context and relevant PhD, teaching experience at a University or comparable institution, demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.

Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: i) A master’s degree in Regional Development Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Land use Planning, Natural Resource Management, Human Geography, Planning or in a related planning field; (ii) A Bachelor’s degree in Regional Development Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Land use Planning, Natural Resource Management, Human Geography, Planning or in a related planning field with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6 on a 5.0 scale or equivalent; iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service. Skills in Geographical Information Systems and participatory planning methods, relevant working experience preferably in the rural development context and relevant PhD, teaching experience at a University or comparable institution, demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

Note: For Senior Research Scholar, the curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications: clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, names of publishers, names of co-authors if any, and number of pages. The publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, chapters in books, refereed and non-refereed journals, consultancies etc. The CV should also have a detailed list of courses taught and the levels for which they were taught

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana or e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw / kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw . Tel. 267 6817223; Fax. 267 6861835. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1.                                                                                                                                    

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:                Open Until Filled

PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Department/Faculty

Okavango Research Institute

         OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO. ORI 7/2018: PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Applications are invited for the following academic position at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library (a branch of the University library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www.ori.ub.bw.

Duties: The successful candidate will conduct research on national and trans-boundary socio-economic, institutional and political processes within the area of environmental management. He/she will also undertake research into socio-political, economic and environmental issues surrounding national and international policies, conventions, agreements and protocols on natural resources management. Research questions might include, inter alia, international waters and benefits sharing, trans-boundary human and animal movements, trans-boundary parks, biodiversity and river basin management.

Requirements:

Professor: Applicants should (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in International Environmental Policy; (ii) have at least five (5)years of research/teaching experience in a University or comparable institution; (iii) have an excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications, with at least forty one (41) publications, twenty one (21) of which should be refereed journal articles; lead and/or single author in at least eighteen (18)  refereed journal articles or book chapters; (iv) the overall profile of research should provide evidence of research mentorship of junior scholars; (v) evidence of service to the University, the Profession and the Community; (vi) evidence of effective academic leadership. Ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork and a relevant PhD will be an added advantage will be added advantage.

Associate Professor: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in International Environmental Policy; (ii) at least three (3) years research/teaching experience at a University or a comparable institute; (iii) have a good and sustained record of research and publications of at least twenty one (21) publications, fourteen (14) of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapter and should be a lead/or sole author in at least eleven (11) of these; (iv) the overall  profile of research should provide evidence of research mentorship of junior scholars; (v) evidence of service to University, the Profession and the Community; (vi) evidence of effective academic leadership. Ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork; and a relevant PhD will be an added advantage.

Senior Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in International Environmental Policy; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Human Geography, Development Studies, Political Science, Environmental or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6; (iii) at least one (1) year research/teaching experience at a university or a comparable institute;  (iv) a cumulative and sustained record of research and have at least ten (10) publications, Seven (7) of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapter and should be a lead/or sole author in at least three (3) of these; (v) evidence of engagement in service. Evidence of effective academic leadership, ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork and a relevant PhD will be an added advantage will be added advantage.

Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in International Environmental Policy; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Human Geography, Development Studies, Political Science, Environmental or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6, (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service. A relevant PhD, research/teaching experience at a University or comparable institution and demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

N.B. For Professor/Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer positions above, the curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers and name(s) of co-authors if any. Publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, refereed and non-refereed journals, chapters in books, etc.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana or e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw / kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw . Tel. 267 6817223; Fax. 267 6861835. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1.                                                                                                                               

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:    Open Until Filled

UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA JOBS - PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Department/Faculty

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

VACANCY NO. ORI 7/2018: PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Applications are invited for the following academic position at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library (a branch of the University library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www.ori.ub.bw.

Duties: The successful candidate will conduct research on national and trans-boundary socio-economic, institutional and political processes within the area of environmental management. He/she will also undertake research into socio-political, economic and environmental issues surrounding national and international policies, conventions, agreements and protocols on natural resources management. Research questions might include, inter alia, international waters and benefits sharing, trans-boundary human and animal movements, trans-boundary parks, biodiversity and river basin management.

Requirements:

Professor: Applicants should (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in International Environmental Policy; (ii) have at least five (5)years of research/teaching experience in a University or comparable institution; (iii) have an excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications, with at least forty one (41) publications, twenty one (21) of which should be refereed journal articles; lead and/or single author in at least eighteen (18)  refereed journal articles or book chapters; (iv) the overall profile of research should provide evidence of research mentorship of junior scholars; (v) evidence of service to the University, the Profession and the Community; (vi) evidence of effective academic leadership. Ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork and a relevant PhD will be an added advantage will be added advantage.

Associate Professor: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in International Environmental Policy; (ii) at least three (3) years research/teaching experience at a University or a comparable institute; (iii) have a good and sustained record of research and publications of at least twenty one (21) publications, fourteen (14) of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapter and should be a lead/or sole author in at least eleven (11) of these; (iv) the overall  profile of research should provide evidence of research mentorship of junior scholars; (v) evidence of service to University, the Profession and the Community; (vi) evidence of effective academic leadership. Ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork; and a relevant PhD will be an added advantage.

Senior Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in International Environmental Policy; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Human Geography, Development Studies, Political Science, Environmental or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6; (iii) at least one (1) year research/teaching experience at a university or a comparable institute;  (iv) a cumulative and sustained record of research and have at least ten (10) publications, Seven (7) of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapter and should be a lead/or sole author in at least three (3) of these; (v) evidence of engagement in service. Evidence of effective academic leadership, ability to lead collaborative research including multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teamwork and a relevant PhD will be an added advantage will be added advantage.

Research Scholar: Applicants should hold: (i) a Master’s Degree with specialization in International Environmental Policy; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Human Geography, Development Studies, Political Science, Environmental or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6, (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service. A relevant PhD, research/teaching experience at a University or comparable institution and demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

N.B. For Professor/Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer positions above, the curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers and name(s) of co-authors if any. Publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, refereed and non-refereed journals, chapters in books, etc.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana or e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw / kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw . Tel. 267 6817223; Fax. 267 6861835. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1.                                                                                                                               

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:    Open Until Filled

DATA CLERKS JOBS

Vacancy NO 3 of 2015
Data Clerks (x 14)

Qualifications:

Certi­ficate in either Records Management or Secretarial studies from a recognized Institution.

Experience:

Computer literacy and Six (6) months experience in related field will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities
Update LAPCAS database and information
Computerizing information for Sub Land Board
Reconciling ledgers with lease records
Opening/creation of individuals files
Undertakes any other related duties as assigned by management

Observe The Following Details
a) Full name and address, contact numbers and date of birth
b) Enclosed certified copies of certificates, valid Omang and at least one reference c) Brief summary of career with duties (Curriculum Vitae)
d) All applicants should specify the station applied for and it’s Code. e) Applicants shall be allowed to tender in one application

ONLY, anyone that applies for more than one station shall be disqualified. Applicants should be addressed to;
Land Board Secretary
Tawana Land Board
P. O. Box 134
Maun
Closing Date: 21st December 2015