Copperbelt University Director – DAG Hammarskjold Institute of PEace & Conflict Studies Jobs in Zambia

Copperbelt University Director – DAG Hammarskjold Institute of PEace & Conflict Studies Jobs in Zambia


Job Purpose

  • To develop and manage a series of research and policy dialogue programmes in the field of peace and conflict studies. .

    Statement of Main Duties

    Establish collaborations with other research institutes and academic institutions active in the field of peace and conflict studies especially:

    • Defence and Security management

    • Diplomacy and Strategic studies

    • Human rights, Governance and Peace Building

    • Human Security and Development

    • Environment Security and Sustainable Development as well as peace activities outlined in the living memorial initiative

  • Conduct colloquiums, workshops , seminars and international conferences on peace, human rights and Conflict Management
  • Design and conduct research in the field of peace and conflict studies especially in peace building

  • Conduct research in the areas of Human Rights, Environment and Sustainable Development, Defence and Security

  • Establish strong linkages with other programmes and dimensions of the Dag Hammarskjold Living Memorial Initiative

  • Collaborate with local and international institutions in the areas of Peace, Human Rights and Conflict Management

  • Conduct commissioned research

  • Publish or cause to be published academic and professional articles in reputable journals, policy briefs, conference proceedings as well as books and popular media

    Job Qualifications & Experience

  • Grade 12 or Form V certificate with five (5) “O” level Credits
    which should include English

  • A PhD Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Strategic Studies, Economics or other relevant cognitive discipline relevant to Peace and Conflict Studies

  • A track record of publication in peer reviewed journals

  • A senior academic with demonstrated experience in administrative leadership position/s in a research institute/ Think Tank

  • Candidate must demonstrate experience and familiarity with current literature in peace and conflict issues

  • At least five (5) years post qualification experience in research in a higher education institution or a research institute/ Think Tank.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required

  • Result oriented person, able to set and achieve set targets

  • Ability to inspire others to obtain intended results

  • Good interpersonal skills and an excellent team player

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism

  • Ability to work with staff from different professional ranks, academic disciplines and students

    Job Education Requirements

  • A PhD Degree

    How to Apply

  • Interested applicants meeting the above specifications should submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of Academic and Professional Certificates and three (3) names of referees, two (2) of whom must be professionally acquainted with the applicant.

  • The applications in hard copies should be submitted to the undersigned not later than 28th August 2020 or soft copies to jobs@cbu.ac.zm

    The Registrar
    The Copperbelt University
    Plot 4692, Jambo Drive, Riverside
    Box 21692
    KITWE.

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