Student Development Officer (1 Post) :

Job Summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the following posts:
Gwanda State University is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates and differently abled people are encouraged to apply.

STUDENT AFFAIRS DIVISION

2.1 Student Development Officer (1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities

The Student Development Officer will be responsible for;

Planning, developing, and delivering a variety of student development services at the University
Facilitating the formation and development of student clubs and associations for professional and academic development
Cultivating and maintaining relationships with prospective employers to ensure attachment and employment opportunities for students
Coaching and mentoring students on Curriculum Vitae and application letter writing skills, interviewing skills, and general soft skills.
Assisting with registration and orientation activities
Participating in student recruitment as well as marketing of University programmes

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and Experience

The candidate must have a first Degree in Marketing/Educational Psychology/ Sociology/Counselling/Educational Management
A Masters Degree in Marketing/Educational Psychology/ Sociology/Counselling/Educational Management will be an added advantage.
Should have held leadership positions for at least two (2) years in a tertiary institution.
Ability to do coaching and mentoring of students on campus.
Should have at least two (2) years experience dealing with young adults.

How to Apply

Conditions of Service

Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits are offered. The information on salary and other benefits will be made available to the short-listed candidates.

Applications

Soft copies in a single continuous PDF file of each of the following: application letter, certified copies of educational and professional certificates, national identity card, birth certificate and curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications and previous employment and experience, present salary, date of availability, telephone number, email address, names and addresses of three referees including email addresses should be sent to [email protected] or hand delivered to:

Deputy Registrar
Human Resources Section
Gwanda State University
Epoch Mine Campus
P O Box 30
Filabusi

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 03 February 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.