MANAGER, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: PRO-VICE CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE (RESEARCH INNOVATION AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT) (1 POST)

The incumbent will report to the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Enterprise Development).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining and growing the existing business projects for the University;
• Advising and spearheading the improvement of third-stream income generation in the University;
• Advising and spearheading creation of new ventures and collaborations for the University;
• Formulating policy that promotes a business culture at the University business units;
• Performing market research to identify new opportunities and engage with executives determine the most viable, cost-effective approach to pursue new business opportunities;
• Screening potential business deals, market analysis, deal requirements, potential, financials, evaluating options and resolving internal priorities, recommending equity investments;
• Preparing budgets and continually track expenses, as well as make sure we’re on track to hit revenue targets;
• Supporting the commercialization of intellectual property in the University;
• Providing management with feedback on performance of ventures in the University;
• Sourcing and maintaining funding opportunities and other beneficial linkages;
• Performing any other duties assigned from time to time by the Pro-Vice Chancellor – Research, Innovation and Enterprise Development.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Studies or Administration;
• Master’s Degree in Business Studies or Administration is an added advantage;
• A PhD in Business Studies or Administration is a distinct advantage;
• Three (3) years relevant post qualification experience;
• Experience at a University is an added advantage.

Candidates who do not have the stipulated requirements need not apply.

Interested and qualified persons should submit their applications consisting of the   following documents: application letter, certified educational and professional certificates as well as transcripts and curriculum vitae with contact details (telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three (3) referees as follows:

• Visit zou.ac.zw and register to be able to apply online and applications should be in PDF format as a single document.

as hard copies which consist of ten (10) sets of each of the above listed documents. All envelopes should clearly indicate the post being applied for