Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following posts:

*NB: Manicaland State University of Applied Sciences (MSUAS) is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

1. VICE CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE

      Administrative Assistant-Insurance and Risk Management (1 Post)

      Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing and administering the University’s insurance portfolio.
• Ensuring adequate insurance coverage for all the University assets and at right values
• Filing of insurance claims, monitors progress and verifies that payments have been made.
• Providing claims statistics for all policies showing loss ratios and claim experience.
• Compilation and administration of the University’s Strategic and Departmental Risk Register.
• Risk identification and assessment for all University department.
• Keep equipment and tools in a clean state after usage.

• Conducting pre-loss and post-loss risk management surveys.
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

      Desired Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants must have a first degree in Insurance and Risk Management or equivalent.
• At least one (1) year relevant work experience.
• In addition, applicants should be of high integrity and possess superior interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must have good report writing skills.

• INNOVATION AND AGRO-INDUSTRIAL PARK : HEADLANDS

      Seedbed and Curing Supervisor (1 Post)

Reporting to the Farm Manager, the Seedbed and Curing Supervisor will assist across all the Farm Enterprise and is expected to perform the following duties:

      Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the tobacco curing process, grading and bailing.
• Day to day supervision of seedbeds production operations.
• Effective workforce supervision, co-ordination and development.
• Facilitating health, safety and environmental issues in the workplace.
• Proper record keeping of all activities.
• Keep equipment and tools in a clean state after usage.
• Performing any other duties assigned from time to time.

      Desired Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of a Certificate or Diploma in Agronomy and/or Tobacco Production.
• Experience in Conventional seedbed and float seedbed production systems.
• Must be well versed with Modro, Chongololo, tunnel and Convectional curing systems.
• 3 years’ experience working on a tobacco farm.
• A Diploma in Agriculture will be an added advantage.
• Ability to ride a motorbike.
• A self-starter with a proven track record of results.
• Proficient and excellent understanding of various livestocks.
• Good animal and fodder crop husbandry skills.
• Ability to work standard hours and work beyond normal hours of work.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to multi-task and priorities work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Applicants should be honest, trustworthy and without any criminal record.

•     WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

      Tailor (1 Post)

      Duties and Responsibilities

• Drafting and designing patterns.
• Cutting and sewing.
• Ironing sewn garments.
• Packing and Recording received items and sewn garments.
• Preparation and processing of requisition.
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

      Desired Qualifications and Experience

• The candidate must have a Certificate or Diploma in Cutting and Designing or equivalent.
• Experience in Cutting and Designing.
• Experience in sewing protective clothing, sportswear and interior Deco utilities.
• Familiar with operating heavy duty sewing machinery including overlocking machine.
• Experience in the Industry or University set up will be an added advantage.
• Being able to grasp the process of drafting requisitions and record keeping for ensuring transparency will be an added advantage.

APPLICATIONS

Interested candidates must submit six (6) sets of hardcopy applications, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification (ID & birth certificate) and a detailed curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, date of availability, current salary, contact details, names and addresses of three referees addressed to:

Assistant Registrar – Human Resource

Manicaland State University of Applied Sciences

Bag 7001, Stair Guthrie Road

Mutare

By no later than 1400 hours on 9 June 2023. Applicants should clearly indicate the post being applied for on the application letter, and only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.