Multiple Positions

Job description

MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY

Pursuing the frontiers of knowledge

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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

1.0 OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR  

1.1    Procurement and Supplies Manager(1 position)

Job purpose:

The Procurement and Supplies Manager is responsible for managing the procurement and supplies functions of the University, including maintenance and monitoring of procurement systems in order to ensure that the University complies with all applicable procurement rules and regulations.

    Required qualifications:

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

ii. Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supply Management from a reputable and accredited University or CIPS Level 6

iii. Must have a Master’s degree in Purchasing and Supply Management from a reputable and accredited University

iv. Must have five years of post-qualification experience, three of which must be in a managerial position

v. Effective oral and written communication skills

vi. Functional computer literacy skills

vii. Knowledge of public procurement system

viii. Good negotiation skills

ix. Emotionally stable, sober and able to work with others and even under pressure

x. Must have demonstrated leadership skills

xi. A fully paid-up member of either the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply or the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply with a valid practicing license

1.2 Assistant Software Developer (1 position) – Re-advertised

      Job purpose:

To work on the development of in-house built software projects

      Required qualifications:

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

ii. Must have a Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology or ICT from a reputable and accredited University

iii. A bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or ICT from a reputable and accredited University will be an added advantage.

iv. A minimum of one-year relevant work experience in a reputable organization

2.0 SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

2.1 Lecturer – Computer Science and Information Technology (1 position)

      Job purpose:

To teach, assess, conduct research and carry out community service and other academic related responsibilities.

 Required qualifications:

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

ii. Must have an earned Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Information Technology or ICT from a reputable and accredited University with a minimum of a Merit

iii. Must have an earned Master of Science in Computer Science or Information Technology or ICT from a reputable and accredited university

iv. A PhD in Computer Science or Information Technology or ICT from a reputable and accredited University will be an added advantage

v. Functional computer literacy skills

vi. A minimum of two years teaching experience at University level

vii. Proof of research and publications will also be an added advantage

viii. A fully paid up member of a relevant professional body with a valid practicing license

2.2 Lecturer – Agriculture Engineering (1 position)

Job purpose:

To teach, assess, conduct research and carry out community service and other academic related responsibilities.

   Required qualifications:

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

ii. Must have an earned Bachelor of Agriculture Engineering from a reputable and accredited University with a minimum of a Merit

iii. Must have an earned Master of Agriculture Engineering from a reputable and accredited University

iv. A PhD in Agriculture Engineering from a reputable and accredited University will be an added advantage

v. Functional computer literacy skills

vi. A minimum of two years teaching experience at University level

vii. Proof of research and publications will also be an added advantage

viii. A fully paid up member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia with a valid practicing license

3.0 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS STUDIES

3.1Lecturer – Law (1 position)

Job purpose:

To teach, assess, conduct research and carry out community service and other academic related responsibilities.

Required qualifications:

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

ii. Must have an earned Bachelor of Laws degree from a reputable and accredited University with a minimum of a Merit

iii. Must have an earned Master of Laws degree from a reputable and accredited University

iv. A PhD in Law from a reputable and accredited University will be an added advantage

v. Must have a minimum of two years teaching experience at University level

vi. Functional computer literacy skills

vii. Proof of research and publications will also be an added advantage

viii. A fully paid-up member of the Law Association of Zambia with a valid practicing license

4.0 SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES

4.1 Lecturer – Pharmacognosy (1 position) – Re-advertised

Job purpose:

To teach, assess, conduct research and carry out community service and other academic related responsibilities.

Required qualifications:

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

ii. Must have an earned Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from a reputable and accredited University with a minimum of a Merit\

iii. Must have an earned Master of Pharmacognosy or related discipline from a reputable and accredited University

iv. Functional computer literacy skills

v. Three years teaching experience at University level

vi. Proof of research and publications will be an added advantage

vii. A PhD in Pharmacognosy will also be an added advantage

viii. Must have a valid practicing license from the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) with a valid practicing License

4.2 Lecturer – Physiological Sciences (1 position) – Re-advertised

     Job purpose:

 To teach, assess, conduct research and carry out community service and other academic related responsibilities.

     Required qualifications:

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

ii. Must have an earned Bachelor of Science in Physiology from a reputable and accredited University with a minimum of a Merit

iii. Must have an earned Master of Physiology or related discipline from a reputable and accredited University

iv. Functional computer literacy skills

v. Three years teaching experience at University level

vi. Proof of research and publications will be an added advantage

vii. A PhD in Physiology will also be an added advantage

viii.Must have a valid practicing license from the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) with a valid practicing License

 5.0 REGISTAR’S DEPARTMENT

5.1 Mechanical Fitter (1 position)

      Job purpose                                 

To install, maintain and repair of all mechanical plant and equipment in the University.

     Required qualifications:

i. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate

ii. Must have a Craft Certificate in Mechanical fitting

iii. A minimum of two years of relevant work experience in a reputable organization

5.2 Painter (1 position) – Re-advertised

Job purpose

To paint internal and external buildings, design billboards and synages.

Required qualifications:

 i. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate

ii. Must have a Craft Certificate in Painting

iii. A minimum of two years’ relevant work experience in a reputable organization

5.3 Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Technician (1 position)

     Job purpose

To install, maintain and repair all refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment in the University.

     Required qualifications:

i.Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate

ii. Must have a Craft Certificate in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning from a reputable and accredited Institution

iii.  An Advanced Craft Certificate in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning will be an added advantage

iv. A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience in maintenance of refrigeration and air conditioning units

v. Must have experience in cold-room repairs

vi. Must have a ZEMA recognized Certificate in Refrigerant Management

vii. A fully paid up member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) with a valid practicing license

5.4 Driver (2 positions) – Re-advertised

      Job purpose

 To drive University vehicles, ensure cleanliness and report faults.

   Required qualifications:

i. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate including English Language

ii.  A class C or CE Driver license

iii. Craft Certificate in Mechanics as an added advantage

iv. Two (2) years relevant work experience in a reputable organization

5.5 Management Secretary III (1 position)

Job purpose:

To provide high level secretarial and other related services to Senior Officers in order to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the office

Required qualifications:                                                                

i.Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five Credits or that must include English Language

ii. Must have a Diploma in Secretarial and Office Management

iii. Must have speeds of 80/90 wpm in Shorthand and 55/65 wpm in Typewriting

iv. Must have experience in office management skills

v. Must have high computer skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint

vi. At least two years’ practical work experience in a reputable organization at the level of         Personal Assistant

viii. Must be a fully paid-up member of the Zambia Institute of Secretaries

MODE OF APPLICATION

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

A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least three traceable referees
Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications with validation from the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)

3.  A cover letter indicating the position being applied for

4.  Any other relevant supporting documents

Applications must be addressed to:

Registrar

Mulungushi University

P O Box 80415

KABWE

Closing date for receipt of applications is 1st May, 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.