Multiple Positions – Mulungushi University

Job description

MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY

Pursuing the frontiers of knowledge

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Council of Mulungushi University is an equal opportunity employer and is inviting qualified and sufficiently motivated individuals to apply for the following positions:

VICE CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE

Public Relations Officer (1 position)

Job purpose: To provide effective communication, public relations services and timely dissemination of information through the University’s Communication Strategy for enhancement of institutional visibility, stakeholder engagement and satisfaction and to manage the University’s image and reputation.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with a minimum of five “O” levels with Credit or better in English

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations or Mass Communication, or Journalism from a reputable and recognized University

3. An earned Master’s degree in Public Relations or Mass Communication, or Journalism from a recognised and reputable University will be an added advantage

4. Must have at least four years post-qualification experience in public relations and communication management
5. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
6. Must have good verbal, written and interpersonal skills in English language
7. Must have knowledge and proficiency in desktop publishing and multi-media production software packages

8. Must have knowledge and proficiency in website and digital marketing software

9. Must have full membership to a relevant professional body in Zambia

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Lecturer for Information and Communication Technology – (1 position, re-advertised)

Job purpose: To teach, conduct research, and carry out academic-related responsibilities.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language and Mathematics

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in Information and Communication Technology with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University

3. Must have an earned Master’s degree in Information and Communication Technology with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University

4. Must have an earned PhD degree in Information and Communication Technology from a reputable and recognized University

5. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution

6. Must have functional computer literacy skills

7. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching

8. Must have proof of research and publications

9. Teaching experience at University level will be an added advantage

10. Must have a valid membership with a relevant professional body in Zambia

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS STUDIES

Lecturer for Mass Communication (1 position)

Job purpose: To teach, conduct research, and carry out academic-related responsibilities.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University

3. Must have an earned Master’s degree in Mass Communication with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University

4. Must have an earned PhD degree in Mass Communication

5. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution

6. Must have functional computer literacy skills

7. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching

8. Must have proof of research and publications

9. Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage

10. Must have a valid membership with a relevant professional body in Zambia

Lecturer for Banking and Finance (1 position, re-advertised)

Job purpose: To teach, conduct research, and carry out academic-related responsibilities.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language and Mathematics

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University

3. Must have an earned Master’s degree in Banking and Finance with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University

4. An earned PhD degree in Banking and Finance will be an added advantage

5. Must have functional computer literacy skills

6. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching

7. Must have proof of research and publications

8. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution

9. Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage

10. Must have a valid membership with a relevant professional body in Zambia

Lecturer for Marketing (1 position)

Job purpose: To teach, research and provide community service in marketing, contributing to the School’s undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language
2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University
3. Must have an earned Master’s degree in Marketing, or an MBA with a specialisation in Marketing, with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University
4. An earned PhD/DBA in Marketing or a related field will be an added advantage
5. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution
6. Must have functional computer literacy skills
7. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching
8. Must have proof of research and publications
9. Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage
10. Must be a member of the Zambia Institute of Marketing (ZIM)

SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

Lecturer for Public Administration – (1 position, re-advertised)

Job purpose: To teach, conduct research, and carry out academic-related responsibilities.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University

3. Must have an earned Master’s degree in Public Administration with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University

4. Must have an earned PhD degree in Public Administration
5. Must have functional computer literacy skills
6. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching
7. Must have proof of research and publications
8. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution
9. Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage
10. Must have a valid membership with a relevant professional body in Zambia

Lecturer for Economics – (1 position, re-advertised)

Job purpose: To teach, conduct research, and carry out academic-related responsibilities.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language and Mathematics

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in Economics with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University

3. Must have an earned Master’s degree in Economics with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University

4. An earned PhD degree in Economics will be an added advantage

5. Must have functional computer literacy skills

6. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching

7. Must have proof of research and publications

8. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution

9. Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage

10. Must have a valid membership with a relevant professional body in Zambia

SCHOOL OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES

Lecturer for Chemistry (1 position, re-advertised)

Job purpose: To teach, conduct research, and carry out academic-related responsibilities.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language and Mathematics

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree of Science in Chemistry with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University

3. Must have an earned Master’s degree of Science in Chemistry with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University

4. An earned PhD degree of Science in Chemistry will be an added advantage

5. Must have functional computer literacy skills

6. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching

7. Must have proof of research and publications

8. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution

9. Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage

10. Must have a valid membership with a relevant professional body in Zambia

Lecturer for Physics (1 position, re-advertised)

Job purpose: To teach, conduct research, and carry out academic-related responsibilities.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language and Mathematics

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree of Science in Physics with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University

3. Must have an earned Master’s degree of Science in Physics with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University

4. An earned PhD degree of Science in Physics will be an added advantage

5. Must have functional computer literacy skills

6. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching

7. Must have proof of research and publications

8. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution

9. Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage

10. Must have a valid membership with a relevant professional body in Zambia

Lecturer of Mathematics and Statistics (1 position, re-advertised)

Job purpose: To teach, conduct research, and carry out academic-related responsibilities.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that must include English Language and Mathematics.

2. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree of Science in Mathematics and Statistics with a Merit or better from a recognised and reputable University

3. Must have an earned Master’s degree of Science in Mathematics and Statistics with a taught component from a recognised and reputable University

4. An earned PhD degree of Science in Mathematics and Statistics will be an added advantage
5. Must have functional computer literacy skills
6. Must have competence in using e-learning platforms and ICT in teaching
7. Must have proof of research and publications
8. Must have a diploma in Teaching Methodology from a recognized Institution
9. Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage
10. Must have a valid membership with the professional body in Zambia

LIBRARY DEPARTMENT

Library Assistant (2 positions)

Job purpose:

Assists library users in accessing information and resources by issuing, receiving and shelving library materials. Maintaining library records and catalogues and ensuring that the library is organized and conducive for learning.

Job requirements:

1. Must have a full Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) Credits that should include English Language.

2. Must have a Certificate in Library and Information Technology from a recognized Institution

3. Must have a minimum of one (1) year relevant work experience

4. Functional computer literacy

MODE OF APPLICATION

Candidates meeting the stated requirements are encouraged to submit their application in either hard copy or via email to recruitment@mu.edu.zm, as a single PDF document attaching the following:

1. A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least three (3) traceable referees;

2. Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications;

3. Any other relevant supporting documents.

NOTE: IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOUR CERTIFICATES ARE VALIDATED BY THE ZAMBIA QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY (ZAQA)

Applications must be addressed to:

The Registrar

Mulungushi University

P O Box 80415

KABWE

Closing date for receipt of applications is 30^th October, 2026

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted