IUM Vacancies

Thank you for your interest in opportunities at IUM. We appreciate your enthusiasm and inquiry. At this time, we regret to inform you that there are no vacancies available. We encourage you to periodically check our careers page for updates on future openings.We value your interest in our institution and wish you the best in your job search.

IUM invites applications for the following position:

DEPARTMENT: CENTRE FOR DIGITAL INITIATIVES

DORADO CAMPUS

1 X Digital and Scholary Communications Librarian

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Spearheading the formulation and implementation of policies, procedures relating scholarly to communications/digital scholarship programmes, processes and activities.
  • Provide strategic support for the setting up and management of the University’s online journal systems.
  • Provide strategic maintenance and support for the Institutional Repository, Digital Library and Online Journal Platforms.
  • Develop, identify and managing services and programmes related to research visibility, open science, open licensing, open access and related digital scholarship and scholarly communications initiatives.
  • Develop and deliver digital scholarship and research support services using library -supported software platforms.
  • Provide digital scholarship and scholarly communications research consultations and instructions for patrons.
  • Conduct Training and Advocacy on benefits and requirements of open access.

APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent qualification.
  • A Masters’ Degree in Library and Information Science will be an added advantage.
  • 3-5 years of professional experience working in an academic library, with a focus on scholarly publishing, open access, copyright, or institutional repositories.
  • A valid Certificate of Conduct.
  • Broad working knowledge and understanding of Open Access.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

The University offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the incumbent’s qualifications including a Pension Scheme and Medical Aid. Preference will be given to suitably qualified Namibian Citizens and Designated groups as prescribed by the Affirmative Action (Employment) Act 29 of 1998 especially persons with disabilities. Please forward your CV, copies of qualifications, academic transcripts NQA Evaluation of foreign qualifications and application cover letter to:

The Director: Human Resources, Private Bag 14005, Bachbrecht, Windhoek or e-mail to recruitment@ium.edu.na 
Only short listed candidates will be notified and no CV’s and documentation will be returned.

Closing date: 09 May 2025

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DORADO  CAMPUS – WINDHOEK

1 x Lecturer (Social Sciences)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Should be able to teach History and Geography for Secondary Phase and Social Studies for Senior Primary Phase.
  • Should be able to teach other core educational courses.
  • Perform teaching duties; supervision of students’ research projects; engage in research and publication activities and engage in community development activities as per IUM policy
  • The candidate should be able to apply ICT skills in teaching and learning.

APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS

  • Master of Education and should have an undergraduate qualification with specialisation in History and Geography Education for Secondary Phase.
  • With at least five years (5) teaching experience in the above subject or three (3) years lecturing experience.
  • A relevant PhD in Education degree will serve as an added advantage.
  • Must be computer literate

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

The University offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the incumbent’s qualifications including a Pension Scheme and Medical Aid. Preference will be given to suitably qualified Namibian Citizens and Designated groups as prescribed by the Affirmative Action (Employment) Act 29 of 1998 especially persons with disabilities. Please forward your CV, copies of qualifications, academic transcripts NQA Evaluation of foreign qualifications and application cover letter to:

The Director: Human Resources, Private Bag 14005, Bachbrecht, Windhoek or e-mail to recruitment@ium.edu.na 
Only short listed candidates will be notified and no CV’s and documentation will be returned.

Closing date: 07 February 2025

APPLY AND JOIN THE DYNAMIC TEAM