Head of Department - Law

ZETECH UNIVERSITY CAREERS

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Open: Oct 28th, 2026 | Vacancy Closing: Nov 17th, 2026

Positions needed: 1

Job Objective

The Head of Department – Law shall be responsible for the academic, administrative and operational management of the department. The key duties and responsibilities shall include:

Duties and responsibilities

• Overseeing the development, implementation, review and continuous improvement of academic programmes in the department.
• Participating in the review and approval of student admissions in accordance with university policies and admission requirements.
• Receiving and orienting newly admitted students in the department.
• Overseeing teaching, assessment and examination processes to ensure compliance with university policies, academic regulations and quality assurance standards.
• Monitoring students' academic progress and coordinating the processes leading to successful completion of their programmes and graduation.
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with class attendance requirements for both students and staff.
• Addressing student and staff concerns promptly and facilitating appropriate resolution of issues arising within the department.
• Promoting research, scholarly publication, academic collaboration and participation in conferences, seminars and workshops.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant university policies, academic regulations and applicable professional and regulatory requirements.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or other authorised university officials.

Qualification and experience

• A PhD in Law or an appropriately related discipline from an accredited and recognised university.
• A Master of Laws (LLM) or an equivalent relevant postgraduate qualification from an accredited and recognised university.
• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or an equivalent relevant qualification from an accredited and recognised university.
• At least three (3) years of teaching experience at university level.
• At least one (1) year of relevant management or administrative experience.
• Evidence of scholarly publications and participation in, or contributions to, academic conferences, seminars and workshops.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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