Vice Chancellor Job: Lusaka Apex Medical University (LAMU)

LUSAKA APEX MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In pursuance of its Corporate Succession policy, the Lusaka Apex Medical University Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor. The University Council intends to appoint a Deputy Vice-Chancellor whose appointment shall take effect from 1st January 2020.

LUSAKA APEX MEDICAL UNIVERSITY (LAMU).

The LUSAKA APEX MEDICAL UNIVERSITY LIMITED (LAMU) was incorporated as a Private Company under the Companies ACT CAP. 388 of the Laws of Zambia in June 2008 and was operational from October 2010. Following the coming into effect of the Higher Education Act No. 4, the proprietor of the University established the University Council in line with the requirement of 2013. The Council is responsible for the governance, control, and administration of the University.

The University is situated in the Capital City of Lusaka, Zambia and is academically organized into five (5) Campuses to date. The University has grown from 17 students in 2010 to over 6,000 students in 2019, and runs 14 medical programmes, with a current workforce standing at 400.

VICE CHANCELLOR

The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer of the University, who is accountable to the Lusaka Apex Medical University Council for the good management of the academic, financial and administrative affairs of the University. In addition, the Vice-Chancellor presides at the ceremonial assemblies of the University, in the absence of the Chancellor.

The Council is seeking an outstanding individual with a demonstrable strong record of academic accomplishment, leadership, international outlook, and managerial capacity to foster links with all stakeholders, especially the Government, other universities, local communities, commerce, and industry.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate should hold at least a degree in Medicine (MBChB). Postgraduate degrees, namely, MMED, FRCS, MRCP, FRCP and MD from reputable and recognized Universities will be added advantage. Candidates should have had at least 10 years of relevant post-qualification experience in University Administration or equivalent institutions.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT:

The appointment shall be for an initial period of five (5) years but maybe renewed for a further period, subject to satisfactory performance approved by the Council.

A competitive remuneration package and other benefits shall be offered to the successful candidate.

APPLICATION:

Persons who may be interested in this position should send their applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae, including names of at least three (3) referees with their contact details, and the applicant’s photocopies of relevant certificates and any other supporting documents, to:

The Council Chairperson

Lusaka Apex Medical University (LAMU)

Plot 126811M, Hill View, Off Kasama Road- Libala South

P. O. BOX 31909

Lusaka – ZAMBIA.

Email: [email protected] & [email protected] & [email protected]

Please Note:

Hard copy applications can either be posted or deposited at LAMU, Chalala Main Campus, Kasama Road, Libala South, Lusaka

The closing date for receipt of applications is 30th December 2019.