INSTITUTIONAL AUDIT OFFICER

Job Summary:

To undertake quality assessment/audit services to support the registration and accreditation functions, with the aim of facilitating the development of quality teaching, learning and research in the Education and Training sector.

Position Requirements:

Education

At least a Degree in Education Management from a recognised institution or any other relevant qualification acceptable to BQA.

 

Experience

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in quality assurance. Experience in quality assurance within an Education and Training environment (General Education, Technical Vocational Education and Training and/or Higher Education) will be an added advantage.

 

Qualifications Authority

Required Competencies

• Knowledge of the provisions of the National Credit and Qualifications Framework
• Knowledge of the Education and Training Sector (including policies/strategies) in Botswana
• Knowledge of relevant legislations and regulations governing the sector
• Knowledge of registration and accreditation and quality assurance
• Computer literate. Experience with systems and applications in the specific work area.
• Creativity, innovation, flexibility and analytical thinking

• Results oriented and performance driven
• Decisiveness and assertiveness
• Communication, influence, impact
• Service oriented and client focus
• Team building, leadership and motivation
• People management and interpersonal skills
• Planning, organising, budgeting and resource management

 

Remuneration

BQA offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities and challenges of the job.

 

Terms of employment

Fixed term contract of 1-5 years for managerial positions and above and Permanent and Pensionable terms for officer positions and below.

Application procedure

Applications with CVs, list of Referees and certified copies of certificates and Omang should be forwarded on or before 4th April 2018 to:

The Chief Executive Officer

Botswana Qualifications Authority

Private Bag BO 340, Gaborone

Qualifications Authority

Physical Address:

BQA Offices

Plot 66450, Block 7, Gaborone Office No. S33 (2^nd Floor)

Tel: 365 7200

N.B. Preference for interviews will be given to applicants who address the main duties/key performance indicators as part of their application. Applicants should specify what experiences have equipped them to effectively perform in the role.

We regret that due to an anticipated overwhelming response, BQA shall only enter into correspondence with shortlisted candidates. BQA shall not return any applications and associated documentation submitted by applicants.

NOTICE: The Public is informed that the external advert for positions of Registration and Accreditation Officer – General Education and Higher Education that were advertised in July 2017 have been withdrawn. Any inconvenience caused is regretted.