Head of Department – ICT & Engineering – Computer Science Job Zetech University
Zetech University
Job description
IT Jobs, Zetech University Jobs. Responsible for providing strategic leadership to the ICT and Engineering Department, overseeing teaching and research activities in Computer Science, developing and reviewing academic programmes, supervising staff, managing departmental resources, promoting industry partnerships, supporting student mentorship, ensuring compliance with university policies and academic standards, and driving innovation in ICT and engineering. Requires a PhD in Computer Science or a related field. The position is based in Ruiru and requires on-site work.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee program development and review process.
- Participate in approving all student admissions into various programs in the department.
- Receive and orient new students registered in the department.
- Overseeing all teaching and examination processes; to ensure that quality standards are maintained.
- Managing the students progression and eventual graduation.
- Monitoring class attendance by students and staff.
- Timely resolutions of students and staff concerns.
- People management, including management of their performance, work attendance, leave, and discipline among others.
- Any other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
- PhD in Information Technology / Computer Science/ Education Technology or related area from an accredited university.
- Master of Science in Information Technology/ Computer Science or a related area from an accredited university.
- Bachelor degree in Information Technology/ Computer Science or a related area from an accredited university.
- At least three years of teaching experience at the university level and at least a years management experience.
- Has published and attended and/or contributed at academic conferences, seminars and workshops.