The University is seeking to recruit a highly qualified, accomplished and transformative Vice Chancellor, to provide strategic leadership and direction. This is a key executive role responsible for guiding the University towards its vision and goals, ensuring excellence in academic, research, and administrative functions.

The position is offered on a five (5) year Fixed Term Contract ABOUT BIUST

The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) is a research- intensive institution established by the Government of Botswana,with a commitment toresearch. BIUST plays a pivotal role indiversifying Botswana’s economy through the provision of appropriate skills, knowledge and contribution to digital technology to enhance the country’s regional and global competitiveness. The University is poised to make significant strides in shaping the future of science and technology in Botswana and beyond for the sustainable socio-economic transformation of the country.

VISION

Entrepreneurial research-based university of science, engineering & technology, internationally recognized for its quality and excellence.

MISSION

Drive cutting edge research and innovation in science, engineering and technology, propelling industry growth, development and advancement of a diversified knowledge- based economy and society.

GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) is located on an expansive and ecologically diverse 2,500-hectare site of gently sloping land in the Tswapong Hills, in the Central District of Botswana. BIUST is centrally located between the Capital City Gaborone and the City of Francistown. It is in close proximity of the famous Goo Moremi Gorge.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THEJOB

Dynamic and visionary, the Vice Chancellor serves as the chief academic and administrative leader of the institution. The Vice Chancellor will provide strategic leadership to drive BIUST forward, positioning it as a globally recognized centre of excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Reporting directly to the University Council, the Vice Chancellor will be responsible for executing the University’s strategic goals and fostering high-level relationships with government institutions, policymakers, industry, leaders to advance both the University’s and the higher education sector’s interests.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of exceptional leadership in academic and research environments, strategic management of research activities, the developmentofpoliciesandappropriateresearchanddevelopmentinitiativestotransform higher education for the benefit of the country and its economy. Strong capabilities in inspiring, leading, and motivating multidisciplinary teams, as well as collaborating with academics, senior management, and colleges, are essential for success in this role.

QUALIFICATIONS

• AminimumofaDoctoratedegreeandafullProfessorinScience,Technologyor Engineering related field.

EXPERIENCE

• Outstanding academic or professional employment record with a minimum of ten

(10) years’ experience in teaching and research.

• Significant traceable experience in research administration and fund

• Must have a minimum of (five) year’s tertiary environment experience in anexecutive leadership role.

• Must have substantive and successful experience in creating collaborative

• Must have exceptional problem-solving skills combined with proven track record for the execution of plans and strategies; strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills; and impeccable integrity.

• Must have extensive experience within an academic institution or relevant Business or research activity at a leadership level and traceable strong academic and outstanding leadership at executive management level.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong commitment to academic values and
• High level of financial astuteness and commercial competence demonstrated through successful management of substantial budgeted responsibilities
• Strong understanding of public policy processes experience in working with a governing body.
• Successful management of complex organization including strategic planning, people, finances and other resources representing an organization externally and articulating its goals and objectives to key stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and communicate a clear, inspiring and relevant vision and direction for the university, commitment to seek and accept challenges and opportunities.
• Commitment to inspire and motivate students and staff to realize their potential and embracetheuniversitygoalsandobjectivesandabilitytodemonstrateaconsultative and inclusive management style in situations involving complex group dynamics.
• HighlevelofconceptualandanalyticalabilityCommitmenttovaluesandapply intellectual processes within a well-defined coherent framework.
• Demonstrable understanding of implications of decisions (social, economic, financial, political) and think creatively and innovatively.
• Demonstrate how an intensive Research and Development institution can contribute to economic and technological transformation.
• Demonstrable personal commitment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensures that the University standards in teaching, learning and research are establishedtomeettherequirementsofstudents,staffandtheBotswanasociety as a whole
2. Fostersthevaluesofacademicfreedom,excellence,equityandaccountability
3. RefinestheUniversity’svisionfordeveloping,communicatingandimplementing a strategic plan (in collaboration with the Council and in consultation with other appropriate parties) which will position the University internationally.
4. Promotesandmaintainsacollegialculturewithinthe
5. Supportsandmotivatesstaffandcontributesintheir
6. Provides strategic leadership to ensure prudent and effective management of theUniversity’s resources and legal and regulatory compliance.
7. Ensures proper financial management through best practice budgeting, monitoring, control and reporting systems.
8. Ensures existence of “good employer’ practices and equal employment opportunities thereby attracting, developing and retaining high caliber staff.
9. Ensures that the University is at the forefront of the development and application of new and appropriate technologies.
10. InitiatesandsupportsfundraisingeffortstoincreasetheUniversity’sfinancial resources for projects that enhance the University’s achievement of its objectives.

SUBMISSION METHOD

• Candidates shall be required to submit, together with their applications, a statement detailing their achievements and their vision for the University.

• Interested candidates should send a cover letter, certified copies of educational certificates together with detailed Curriculum Vitae and names and contacts of five (5) professional referees to:

Director, Human Capital at the email address below.

vcrecruitment@biust.ac.bw

Closing date for the advertisement is 13th February 2026

For any further enquiries, you may contact Mr. P. Makwati/ Ms. K Taolo 4931061/ 4931305

www.biust.ac.bw

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