DUE: 19 JUN 2026
REGISTRAR’S DEPARTMENT
Deputy Registrar – Human Resources and Administration (1 Post)
Reporting to the Registrar, the incumbent should have a deep understanding and knowledge
of human resources and university operations. The successful candidate must be mature,
hardworking, reliable and prepared to work over and above the call of duty. In addition, the
candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Qualifications and Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial/Organisational
Psychology, Employment Relations.
A Masters Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Strategic
Management, Business Administration (MBA).
A professional certification in Human Resource Management, such as an IPMZ Diploma
or its equivalent.
In addition, applicants must have at least five (5) years’ post-qualification relevant
experience in Human Resource Management of which three (3) years should be at
managerial level, within a university or higher education institution environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Developing and implementing Human Resources strategies and initiatives aligned with
overall University’s strategic plan.
Coordinating the development and management of the Human Resources Management
Information System (HRMIS).
Supporting current and future University needs through the development, motivation and
retention of the human resource.
Ensuring legal compliance to all Human Resource matters.
Review and advance the Human Resources strategy in accordance with University’s
broad strategy and the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science
and Technology Development Education 5.0 model.
Institute cost effective and integrated Human Resource models, processes and systems;
Provide leadership in the development and review of relevant policies and strategies
within the Human Resources domain.
Provide strategic guidance in respect of Organisational Development and Human Capital
Management that are appropriate to the University’s environment.
Promote and enhance transformation of the University’s employee profiles and
employment brand.
Facilitating the University’s performance management and promotion systems.
Ensuring implementation of all regulatory frameworks pertaining to labour regulations
and proposing changes to policies in line with changing labour legislations.
Supporting the training function of the University and developing employee training
programmes.
Carrying out surveys of conditions of service in comparable institutions.
Promote sound and robust employment relationships and strengthen rapport with all
stakeholders.
Assisting in planning and arranging events such as graduations and anniversaries.
Ensure proper Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures are in place in
accordance with relevant legislation.
Ensuring that the University is in compliance with all regulatory frameworks pertaining to
labour regulations and that Heads of Departments are kept up to date with changing
labour legislations.
Handling all matters related to staff discipline and industrial relations.
Leading and directing the Human Resource team to deliver a comprehensive Human
Resource service to the University.
Carrying out any other duties as assigned by the Registrar from time to time.
Conditions of Service
An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered,
details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates only.
TO APPLY
Application Procedure
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a
Curriculum Vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant including full name, place and
date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers
and names, addresses (including email) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees
and copies of certificates must be emailed to the registrar@lsu.ac.zw in a single continuous
PDF file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.
Applications letters should be addressed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar
Human Resources Section
Lupane State University
P O Box 170
Lupane
Applications that do not comply with the requirements will be disqualified. The closing date
for the receipt of applications is 19 June 2026. Please note that only short-listed candidates
will be contacted.
