Chief Operations Officer – University of Botswana

Job Description

The University of Botswana (UB), established in 1982, is a premier state-owned tertiary institution dedicated to shaping the future through excellence, research, innovation and meaningful societal impact. As set out in the University Strategy the University of Botswana intends to transform into a High-Performance Organization. The breadth of endeavor and the sharpened strategic focus that the University is adopting through its new strategy requires it to fundamentally rethink and strengthen its internal operating practices to ensure that they are not only efficient and effective but also add value. This will involve comprehensive re-engineering of the University to ensure that it transforms into a high-performance organization. In this connection, the University is inviting suitably qualified applicants for the position of Chief Operations Officer. This is an Executive Management level position whose role is to provide leadership and strategic direction in the area of University Operations, with a view to fulfilling the University mission and vision as well as being in support of national vision 2036. The incumbent is responsible for leading and overseeing the operational and day-to-day administrative functions of the University, ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of support services providing a supportive environment for teaching, research, and engagement.