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Applications are invited from suitably qualified local candidates for the following positions which are tenable in the Ministry of the Public Service - Lesotho Institute of Public Administration and Management (LIPAM):

 

1. JOB TITLE : HEAD CONSULTANT (ONE POST)

GRADE : I

RESPONSIBLE TO : DIRECTOR ACADEMIC

DIVISION : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTER TRAINING (ITCT)

 

Job Purpose

To provide strategic direction and leadership in training, consultancy and research on ICT issues.

Key Performance Output 1

Developed divisional operational plan

Core Tasks
  • Defined goals and objectives of the ITCT division
  •  Prepared and implemented divisional budget
  • ·Monitored action plans
  • Formulated guidelines and procedures for operations
  • Appraised divisional staff
  • Convened and chaired divisional meetings
  • Prepared divisional reports

  • Represented the division at management meetings

Key Performance Output 2

Directed divisional training function

Core Tasks
  •  Observed performance and provided feedback
  •  Established training needs for the division
  •  Conducted management development programmes
  • Initiated training impact assessment
  • Drawn annual divisional staff training plan (for divisional staff)
  •  Developed annual training plan and calendar (for clients)
  • Coached and mentored subordinate staff

Key Performance Output 3

Developed research and consultancy plan

Core Tasks
  •  Developed research agenda
  •  Identified consultancy assignments
  •  Presented papers in conferences and seminars
  • Capacitated staff members in research and consultancy
  •  Published research findings
  •  Undertaken high profile consultancies
  • Undertaken research
  • Developed research proposals

Key Performance Output 4

Established and maintained strategic relationships

Sub outputs
  • Established working relationships with clients
  • Maintained a high level of client/stakeholder satisfaction
  • Networked and collaborated with stake holders and sister institutions

Requirements

Knowledge

  • Project management including advance knowledge of MS project applications
  • Research methods applications such as SPSS
  • Financial management applications such as pastel
  • Advanced knowledge of MS office applications
  • Management principles and practices
  • Skills

  • Strategic thinking
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Oral and written Communication skills
  • Commercial awareness
  • Team building
  • Networking skills
  • Persuasive and negotiation skills
  • Attributes

  • Personal motivation
  • Creative and innovative
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Computer Science or related field plus seven years experience of continuous training, teaching, consultancy and research. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    BSC in Computer Science plus eight years experience in training/teaching, research and consultancy. Publications will be an added advantage.


     

    2. JOB TITLE : HEAD CONSULTANT (ONE POST)

     

    GRADE : I

    RESPONSIBLE TO : DIRECTOR ACADEMIC

    DIVISION : ACADEMIC PLANNING, RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY

    Job Purpose

    To provide strategic direction and leadership in Academic Planning, Research and Consultancy Issues within the Institute.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Developed a divisional operational plan

    Core Tasks

  • Defined Goals and objectives of the APRC division
  • Prepared and implemented divisional budget
  • Monitored action plans
  • Formulated guidelines and procedures for operations
  • Appraised divisional staff
  • Convened and chaired divisional meetings
  • Prepared divisional reports
  • Represented the division at management meetings
  • Key Performance Output 2

    Directed all divisional function

    Core Tasks

  • Observed performance and provided feedback on Academic Planning, Research and consultancy function
  • Established training needs for the division
  • Conducted management development programmes in the areas of Research and Consultancy management for the Institute
  • Initiated Training impact assessments for all LIPAM staff
  • Drawn annual divisional staff training plan (for divisional staff)
  • Developed annual plan and calender for all LIPAM activities (for clients)
  • Coached and Mentored subordinate staff
  •  

    Key Performance Output 3

    Developed Research and Consultancy Plan for the Institute

    Core Tasks

  • Developed Research Agenda
  • Identified Consultancy assignments
  • Presented papers at conferences and seminars
  • Capacitated staff members in research and consultancy
  • Published Research findings
  • Undertaken high profile consultancies
  • Undertaken research
  • Developed research proposals
  •  

    Key Performance Output 4

    Managed administration of academic and training programmes

    Key Performance Output 5

    Established and Maintained strategic relationships

    Core Tasks

  • Established working relationships
  • Maintained a high level of client/stakeholder satisfaction
  • Networked and collaborated with stakeholders and sister institutions
  • Identified areas of collaboration with Chief consultants-planning
  • Negotiated collaboration deals with stakeholders and institutions
  • Monitored overall implementation of agreements
  • Advised the Management of LIPAM accordingly on all collaboration activities
  •  

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Project Management - managing consultancies, research projects as well as project planning within the public sector.
  • Specialist Knowledge - in research, training and consultancy management
  • Academic Planning and Development
  • Management Principles and Practices
  • Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Oral and Written Communication skills
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Team-building
  • Networking skills
  • Persuasive and negotiation skills
  • Attributes

  • Personal Motivation
  • Visionary
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Sociology or any related social science, with seven years experience in Training, Research and Consultancies and/or Project Planning. At least four publications in a renowned journal.

    Or

    B.A. in Sociology or any related social science, with eight years experience in Training and Research and/or Consultancies and Project Planning. At least six publications in a renowned journal.


     

    3. JOB TITLE : SYSTEMS MANAGER

    GRADE : I

    RESPONSIBLE TO : DIRECTOR- ADMINISTRATION

    DIVISON : IT OPERATIONS

    Job Purpose

    To provide strategic leadership on systems operations in accordance with the national ICT policy.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Set standards and managed the development of in house applications

    Core Tasks

    ·1 Performed detailed feasibility studies ·2 Analyzed existing systems ·3 Advised clients on the most cost-effective solutions ·4 Drawn systems proposals for clients

    Key Performance Output 2

    Monitored and evaluated the maintenance and repair plans

    Core Tasks

    •  Drawn maintenance and repair plans for clients
    • Liased with suppliers and vendors on acquisition and maintenance of ICT equipment and supplies
    •  Monitored the implementation of the maintenance and repair plans

    Key Performance Output 3

    Developed procedural and security guidelines

    Core Tasks

    • Drawn disaster recovery plans
    • Formulated ICT security policy
    • Implemented disaster recovery plans
    •  Implemented ICT security policy

     

    Key Performance Output 4

    Supervised the implementation of networks

    Core Tasks

    • Approved network designs
    • Monitored implementation of network designs
     

    Key Performance Output 5

    Kept abreast with the latest ICT trends

    Core Tasks

    •  Researched on new technologies
    •  Advised management and staff on new market trends

    Key Performance Output 6

    Developed and managed operational budgets

    Core Tasks

    ·1 Identified ICT needs within the institute ·2 Prepared revenue and expenditure budgets ·3 Monitored budget disbursements ·4 Liased with suppliers and vendors on procurement of ICT equipment and supplies

    Key Performance Output 7

    Managed and developed staff

    Core Tasks

    • Supervised junior staff in carrying out systems operations
    •  Appraised staff performance
    •  Prepared staff training and development plans

    Requirements

    Knowledge

    • Object-oriented systems development cycle/programming language
    • Windows based network infrastructure
    • Website design and development techniques
    • Project management
    • Asset management
    • Budgeting process
    • People management
    • Research methodology

    Skills

    • Strategic thinking and planning
    • MCSE - Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
    • Presentation and Report Writing
    • Consultation and networking
    • Interpersonal and communication

    Problem solving and analytical

    Attributes

    • Patient
    • Eloquent
    • Integrity
    • Courteous

    Education, Professional Training and Experience

    A Masters degree in Computer Science or related field plus four years experience in ICT field

    OR

    A degree in Computer Science or related field plus six years experience in ICT field


     

    4. JOB TITLE : CHIEF CONSULTANT (2 POSTS)

    GRADE : H

    RESPONSIBLE TO : HEAD CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND

    HUMAN RESOURCES

    DEVELOPMENT

     

    Job Purpose

    To manage training, consultancy and research operations on Public Administration and Human Resources matters.

    Key Performance Output1

    Managed divisional operations

    Core Tasks
    • Compiled action plans
    •  Provided input on budget
    •  Implemented guidelines and procedures for operations
    •  Drawn annual individual work plans
    •  Prepared monthly reports on divisional operations
    •  Implemented decisions

    Key Performance Output 2

    Managed the training function

    Core Tasks
    • Undertaken TNA on Public Administration and Human Resources issues
    • Developed Public Administration and Human Resources programmes/modules
    • Monitored and evaluated training programmes
    • Conducted training
    •  Implemented training plan
    • Coached and mentored subordinate divisional staff

    Key Performance Output 3

    Managed consultancies

    Core Tasks
    •  Established client needs
    •  Developed consultancy proposals
    •  Undertaken consultancies
    • Assisted clients in implementing consultancy recommendations
    •  Produced reports on consultancies
    •  Kept records of consultancies carried out

    Key Performance Output 4

    Managed research

    • Developed research proposal
    • Undertaken research
    • Published research findings
    • Presented papers in conferences and seminars
    • Supervised diploma students in research
    • Appraised research proposals

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Human Resources management
  • Research methods
  • Labour/Employee Relations
  • Management principles and practices
  • Skills

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Communication skills
  • Consultancy skills
  • Customer relations
  • Presentation skills
  • Attributes

  • Action orientation
  • Quality orientation
  • Creative and innovative
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Management or Administration or any related field plus five years experience in training/teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    Bachelors degree in Management, Administration or any related field plus seven years experience in training/teaching, research and consultancy. Publications will be an added advantage.


     

    5. JOB TITLE : CHIEF CONSULTANT (0NE POST)

    GRADE : H

    RESPONSIBLE TO : HEAD CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND

    COMPUTER TRAINING (ITCT)

     

    Job Purpose

    To manage training, consultancy and research operations on Information and Communication Technology matters.

    Key Performance Output1

    Managed divisional productive and maintenance operations

    Core Tasks
    •  Compiled action plans
    •  Provided input on budget
    •  Implemented guidelines and procedures for operations
    •  Drawn annual individual work plans
    •  Prepared monthly reports on divisional operations
    •  Implemented decisions

    Key Performance Output 2

    Managed the training function

    Core Tasks
    •  Undertaken TNA on Information and Communication Technology issues
    •  Developed Information and Communication Technology programmes/modules
    •  Monitored and evaluated training programmes
    •  Conducted training
    •  Implemented training plan
    •  Coached and mentored subordinate divisional staff

    Key Performance Output 3

    Managed consultancies

    Core Tasks
    • Established client needs
    •  Developed consultancy proposals
    •  Undertaken consultancies
    •  Assisted clients in implementing consultancy recommendations
    •  Produced reports on consultancies
    •  Kept records of consultancies carried out

    Key Performance Output 4

    Managed research

    Core Tasks

    •  Developed research proposal
    •  Undertaken research
    •  Published research findings
    •  Presented papers in conferences and seminars
    •  Supervised diploma students in research
    •  Appraised research proposals

     

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Project management
  • Research methods
  • Advanced knowledge of MS applications
  • Management principles and practices
  • Skills

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Communication skills
  • Consultancy skills
  • Customer relations
  • Presentation skills
  • Attributes

  • Action orientation
  • Quality orientation
  • Creative and innovative
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Computer Science or related field plus five years experience in training, teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    BSC in Computer Science plus seven years experience in training/teaching, research and consultancy. Publications will be an added advantage.


     

    6. JOB TITLE : CHIEF CONSULTANT (2 POSTS)

    GRADE : H

    RESPONSIBLE TO : HEAD CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

    ACCOUNTANCY (FMA)

     

    Job Purpose

    To manage training, consultancy and research operations on Finance and Management Accountancy issues.

    Key Performance Output1

    Managed divisional operations

    Core Tasks
    • Compiled action plans
    •  Provided input on budget
    •  Implemented guidelines and procedures for operations
    •  Drawn annual individual work plans
    •  Prepared monthly reports on divisional operations
    •  Implemented decisions

    Key Performance Output 2

    Managed the training function

    Core Tasks
    • Undertaken TNA on Finance and Management Accountancy issues
    •  Developed Finance and Management Accountancy programmes/modules
    •  Monitored and evaluated training programmes
    •  Conducted training
    •  Implemented training plan
    •  Coached and mentored subordinate divisional staff

    Key Performance Output 3

    Managed consultancies

    Core Tasks
    • Established client needs
    •  Developed consultancy proposals
    •  Undertaken consultancies
    •  Assisted clients in implementing consultancy recommendations
    •  Produced reports on consultancies
    •  Kept records of consultancies carried out

    Key Performance Output 4

    Managed research

    Core Tasks

    •  Developed research proposal
    •  Undertaken research
    •  Published research findings
    •  Presented papers in conferences and seminars
    •  Supervised diploma students in research
    •  Appraised research proposals

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Project management
  • Research methods
  • Financial Management
  • Public Sector Accounting
  • Economics and Statistics
  • Taxation
  • Auditing
  • Mercantile/Commercial Law
  • Management principles and practices
  • Skills

  • Interpersonal
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Consultancy
  • Customer relations
  • Presentation
  • Attributes

  • Action orientation
  • Quality orientation
  • Creative and innovative
  • Education, Professional Training and Experince

    Masters degree in Business Administration or related field plus five years experience in training, teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field plus seven years experience in training/teaching, research and consultancy. Publications will be an added advantage.


     

    7. JOB TITLE : CHIEF CONSULTANT (2 POSTS)

    GRADE : H

    RESPONSIBLE TO : HEAD CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : GOVERNANCE AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC

    DEVELOPMENT (GSED)

     

    Job Purpose

    To manage training, consultancy and research operations on Governance and Socio-Economic Development matters.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Managed divisional operations

    Core Tasks
    • Compiled action plans
    •  Provided input on budget
    •  Implemented guidelines and procedures for operations
    •  Drawn annual individual work plans
    •  Prepared monthly reports on divisional operations
    •  Implemented decisions

    Key Performance Output 2

    Managed the training function

    Core Tasks
    • Undertaken TNA on Governance and socio-economic development issues
    •  Developed Governance and socio-economic development programmes/modules
    •  Monitored and evaluated training programmes
    •  Conducted training
    •  Implemented training plan
    •  Coached and mentored subordinate divisional staff

    Key Performance Output 3

    Managed consultancies

    Core Tasks
    • Established client needs
    •  Developed consultancy proposals
    •  Undertaken consultancies
    •  Assisted clients in implementing consultancy recommendations
    •  Produced reports on consultancies
    •  Kept records of consultancies carried out

    Key Performance Output 4

    Managed research

    Core Tasks

    •  Developed research proposal
    •  Undertaken research
    •  Published research findings
    •  Presented papers in conferences and seminars
    •  Supervised diploma students in research
    •  Appraised research proposals

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Local Governance in Lesotho
  • Rural Development
  • Community based planning
  • Project management
  • Research methods
  • Management principles and practices
  • Skills

  • Interpersonal
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Consultancy
  • Customer relations
  • Presentation
  • Attributes

  • Action orientation
  • Quality orientation
  • Creative and innovative
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Public Administration or related field plus five years experience in training/teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    Bachelors degree in Public Administration or related field plus seven years experience in training/teaching, research and consultancy. Publications will be an added advantage.


    8. JOB TITLE : CHIEF CONSULTANT - RESEARCH (ONE POST)

    GRADE : H

    RESPONSIBLE TO: HEAD CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : ACADEMIC PLANNING, RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY

     

    Job Purpose

    To provide leadership in and coordinate all research activities within the Institute.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Manage Institutional operations in the area of research

    Core Tasks

  • Defined research Goals and objectives for the Institute
  • Acquired funding for research in the institute
  • Prepared and implemented institutional research budget
  • Monitored divisional research action plans
  • Formulated guidelines and procedures for research operations
  • Convened and chaired staff meetings on research issues
  • Edited and quality controlled all research reports and proposals within the Institute
  • Key Performance Output 2

    Developed and Managed research projects

    Core Tasks

  • Wrote research proposal
  • Supervised data collection
  • Trained Enumerators
  • Observed performance and provided feedback to Enumerators
  • Responsible for Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Drafted and edited of Research report
  • Published research findings
  • Key Performance Output 3

    Organised Seminars and Conferences

    Core Tasks

  • Identify themes for Seminars and Conferences
  • Acquired and liased with Seminar presenters
  • Chaired the Seminars and/or Conferences
  • Presented papers at the Seminars
  • Key Performance Output 4

    Managed Institutional publications that include the LIPAM monthly newsletter, quarterly journal and research reports.

    Core Tasks

  • Developed clear visions for publications
  • Appointed contributors, give them directions, and edited and approved their contributions

  • Keep the project on schedule

  • Reviewed the copy edit, checked page proofs, and prepared the index.

  • Assisted in planning the marketing of the publications

  • Compile LIPAM annual report

  • Requirements

    Knowledge

    Project Management - managing research projects as well as project planning within the public sector.

    Specialist Knowledge - in research methods and/or publishing

    Management Principles and practices

    Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Oral and Written Communication skills
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Team-building
  • Networking skills
  • Persuasive and negotiation skills
  • Attributes

  • Personal Motivation
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Sociology or any related social science, with five years experience in Research and Project Planning and/or Training. At least two publications in a renowned journal.

    Or

    B.A. in Sociology or any related social science, with seven years experience in Research and Project Planning and/or Training. At least five publications in a renowned journal.


    9.JOB TITLE : CHIEF CONSULTANT- CONSULTANCY (ONE POST)

    GRADE : H

    RESPONSIBLE TO : HEAD CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : ACADEMIC PLANNING, RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY

     

    Job Purpose

    To provide leadership in and manage all consultancy activities within the Institute.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Coordinated Institutional operations in the area of consultancies

    Core Tasks

  • Defined consultancy goals and objectives for the Institute
  • Prepared quotations for all consultancies within LIPAM
  • Coordinated consultancy activities of all divisions
  • Formulated guidelines and procedures for consultancy operations
  • Maintained a data-base of all consultancy activities within LIPAM
  • Liased with clients on all consultancy activities
  • Liased with LIPAM staff on all consultancy activities
  • Observed performance and provided feedback to staff on consultancy management
  • Convened and chaired staff meetings on consultancy issues
  • Key Performance Output 2

    Managed consultancies

    Core Tasks

  • Identified areas for consulting
  • Wrote project proposal and tenders for consultancies
  • Liased with clients on consultancies
  • Undertook consultancies
  • Negotiated terms for consultancies with clients
  • Drafted and edited consultancy report’s
  •  

    Key Performance Output 3

    Coordinated all consultancy collaboration activities with other institutions

    Core Tasks

  • Identify areas of collaboration
  • Develop all agreements for all collaborations activities that LIPAM is involved in.
  • Monitor any consultancy collaborated with other institutions
  • Requirements

    Knowledge

    Project Management - management of consultancies as well as project planning within the public sector.

    Specialist Knowledge - in training and consultancy management

    Management Principles and practices

    Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Oral and Written Communication skills
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Team-building
  • Networking skills
  • Persuasive and negotiation skills
  • Attributes

    Personal Motivation

    Creativity and Innovation

    Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Management, Public Administration or any related social science, with five years experience in Consultancies and Project Planning and/or Training. At least two publications in a renowned journal.

    Or

    B.A. in Management and Public Administration or any related social science, with seven years experience in Consultancies and Project Planning and/or Training. At least five publications in a renowned journal.


    10. JOB TITLE : CHIEF CONSULTANT - PLANNING (ONE POST)

    GRADE : H

    RESPONSIBLE TO: HEAD CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : ACADEMIC PLANNING, RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY

     

    Job Purpose

    To provide strategic leadership in and manage all Academic planning activities within the Institute.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Managed Institutional operations in the area of Academic Planning

    Core Tasks

  • Defined academic and training goals and objectives for the Institute
  • Coordinated budget preparation for all divisions
  • Coordinated academic expenditure of all divisions
  • Formulated guidelines and procedures for all academic operations
  • Designed and developed databases of all academic activities within LIPAM
  • Monitored and Evaluated all academic and training programmes
  • Observed performance and provided feedback to staff on academic issues
  • Coordinated Training Needs Assessments for clients
  • Initiated Training Impact Assessments for all LIPAM training programmes
  •  

    Key Performance Output 2

    Coordinated staff development plan

    Core Tasks

  • Drafted the Institutional training policy under the supervision of the Director-Academic
  • Implemented the training policy
  • Identified areas for development of staff with divisional heads
  • Wrote an Institutional training plan based on divisional training plans
  • Liased with divisional heads and staff on the implementation of divisional training plans
  • Wrote annual staff development training report
  • Key Performance Output 3

    Collaborated with other Academic and Training Institutions

    Core Tasks

  • Identified areas of collaboration
  • Put together deals for negotiation with other institutions
  • Monitored implementation of agreements with other institutions
  • Evaluated and Reviewed collaboration programmes every year
  • Advised the Director-Academic and Head Consultant -APRC on collaboration programmes and agreements accordingly
  •  

    Requirements

    Knowledge

    Project Management - managing academic planning projects as well as project planning within the public sector.

    Specialist Knowledge - in research, training and consultancy management principles and practices

    Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Oral and Written Communication skills
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Team-building
  • Networking skills
  • Persuasive and negotiation skills
  • Attributes

    Personal Motivation

    Creativity and Innovation

    Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Economic Planning and/or Development Planning or any related social field, with five years experience in Academic Planning, Economic Planning and Project Management. At least two publications in a renowned journal.

    Or

    B.A. in Economic Planning and/or Development Planning or any related social field, with seven years experience in Academic Planning, Economic Planning and Project Management. At least five publications in a renowned journal.


    11. JOB TITLE : ASSISTANT REGISTRAR (ONE POST)

    GRADE : H

    RESPONSIBLE TO: REGISTRAR

    DIVISION : ACADEMIC PLANNING, RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY

     

    Job Purpose

    To manage and administer students affairs and to provide for the smooth running of all the academic programmes.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Managed Student Affairs

    Core Tasks

  • Prepared all registration materials, maintained software tables and monitored the registration process.
  • Prepared schedule of classes, interim rosters and Official Reporting Date Class Rosters, and grade sheets.
  • Prepared and distributed post-semester reports to interested offices at the end of every semester
  • Maintained the official course inventory for the Institute
  • Prepared enrollment certification letters and reports upon request
  • Initiated a student's final graduation plan, prepared deficiency lists, tabulated honor rolls and rank in class
  • Maintained students' academic records on a permanent basis
  • Produced references, transcripts and student standard letters
  • Key Performance Output 2

    Implemented and administered academic rules and regulations

    Core Tasks

    Gathered and compiled data for the Academic Planning Office on implementation of academic rules and regulations

    Provided all lecturers and students with academic rules and regulations

    Acted as Secretary for the Disciplinary Committee.

    Provided guidance to lecturers and students on all grievance procedures

     

    Key Performance Output 3

    Managed the office of the Registrar

    Core Tasks

    Administered the budget for the office of the Registrar

    Carry out duties as required by the registrar

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Human Resources Principles and Practices
  • Management Principles and practices
  • Budgeting process
  • Information Technology applications (spreadsheets and databases)
  • Skills

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Recording and processing data
  • Time Management skills
  • Written and Verbal Communication skills
  • Problem Solving skills
  • Attributes

  • Personal Motivation
  • Quality Orientation
  • Positive and flexible attitude
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Education or any social science field, with two years experience in Academic Administration and/or Academic Planning

    Or

    B.A. in Education or any social science field, with five years experience in Academic administration and/or Academic Planning


    12.JOB TITLE : SENIOR CONSULTANT (2 POSTS)

    GRADE : G

    RESPONSIBLE TO : CHIEF CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN

    RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT

     

    Job Purpose

    To undertake training, consultancy and research assignments on management and human resources issues.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Trained and facilitated management courses/programmes

    Core Tasks

    ·1 Conducted training sessions for clients and students
    ·2 Developed training manuals to facilitate training
    ·3 Presented completed training manuals and packages to principal consultant for quality approval
    ·4 Prepared training calendar
    ·5 Released and presented new training modules
    ·6 Reviewed divisional courses/programmes
    ·7 Coached divisional consultants

    Key Performance Output 2

    Lectured in long-term programmes

    Core Tasks

    ·1 Developed programme outline
    ·2 Conducted lessons for students
    ·3 Developed career guidance for students
    ·4 Supervised diploma students in management studies
    ·5 Assisted students in research proposal writing
    ·6 Established contacts between students and relevant organizations and ministries for research areas
    ·7 Developed guidelines for students supervision
    ·8 Monitored students progress

    Key Performance Output 3

    Undertaken research and consultancy assignments

    Core Tasks

    ·1 Prepared research and consultancy proposals
    ·2 Carried out consultancy
    ·3 Presented research findings
    ·4 Presented research findings
    ·5 Compiled reports on research and consultancy

    Key Performance Output 4

    Organized conferences, seminars and workshops

    Core Tasks

    ·1 Identified themes on topical on topical issues ·2 Identified speakers to provide papers for presentations ·3 Liaised with the course coordinator in arranging speakers ·4 Arranged all logistics in liaison with the Course Coordinator ·5 Initiated funding for events

    Key Performance Output 5

    Published papers and articles

    Core Tasks

    Written articles for newsletters and journals Presented papers at seminars and conferences

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Human Resources Management
  • Management Principles
  • Organizational Theory
  • Labour Relations
  • Research methods
  • Skills

  • Presentation
  • Interpersonal
  • Communication
  • Attributes

  • Patient
  • Eloquent
  • Courteous
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Management, Administration or any related field plus three years experience in training/teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    A Bachelors degree in Management, Administration or any related field plus five years experience in training/teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.


    13. JOB TITLE : SENIOR CONSULTANT (2 POSTS)

    GRADE : G

    RESPONSIBLE TO : CHIEF CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND

    COMPUTER TRAINING (ITCT)

     

    Job Purpose

    To undertake training, consultancy and research assignments on Information Technology and Computer Training issues.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Trained and facilitated management courses/programmes

    Core tasks

    ·1 Conducted training sessions for clients and students ·2 Developed training manuals to facilitate training ·3 Presented completed training manuals and packages to principal consultant for quality approval ·4 Prepared training calendar ·5 Released and presented new training modules ·6 Reviewed divisional courses/programmes ·7 Coached divisional consultants

    Key Performance Output 2

    Lectured in long-term programmes

    Core Tasks

    • Developed programme outline ·
    •  Conducted lessons for students ·
    •  Developed career guidance for students ·
    •  Supervised diploma students in management studies
    •  Assisted students in research proposal writing ·
    •  Established contacts between students and relevant organizations and ministries for research areas
    •  Developed guidelines for students supervision ·
    •  Monitored students progress

    Key Performance Output 3

    Undertaken research and consultancy assignments

     

    Core Tasks

    • Prepared research and consultancy proposals ·
    • Carried out consultancy ·
    • Presented research findings ·
    • Presented research findings
    • Compiled reports on research and consultancy

    Key Performance Output 4

    Organized conferences, seminars and workshops

    Core Tasks

    • Identified themes on topical on topical issues ·
    •  Identified speakers to provide papers for presentations ·
    •  Liaised with the course coordinator in arranging speakers
    •  Arranged all logistics in liaison with the Course Coordinator ·
    • Initiated funding for events

    Key Performance Output 5

    Published papers and articles

    ·1 Written articles for newsletters and journals ·2 Presented papers at seminars and conferences

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • MS Office Applications
  • Research Methods
  • Project management
  • Skills

  • Presentation
  • Interpersonal
  • Communication
  • Attributes

  • Patient
  • Eloquent
  • Courteous
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Computer Science or related field plus three years experience in training, teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    Bachelors degree in Computer Science plus five years experience in training/teaching, consultancy and research activities of not less that two years. Publications will be an added advanatage.


     

    14. JOB TITLE : SENIOR CONSULTANT (2 POSTS)

    GRADE : G

    RESPONSIBLE TO : CHIEF CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

    ACCOUNTANCY (FMA)

    Job Purpose

    To undertake training, consultancy and research assignments on Finance and Management Accountancy issues.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Trained and facilitated management courses/programmes

    Core Tasks

    • Conducted training sessions for clients and students ·
    • Developed training manuals to facilitate training
    • Presented completed training manuals and packages to principal consultant for quality approval ·
    • Prepared training calendar
    •  Released and presented new training modules ·
    •  Reviewed divisional courses/programmes ·
    •  Coached divisional consultants

    Key Performance Output 2

    Lectured in long-term programmes

    Core Tasks

    • Developed programme outline
    • Conducted lessons for students
    •  Developed career guidance for students
    •  Supervised diploma students in management studies
    •  Assisted students in research proposal writing
    •  Established contacts between students and relevant organizations and ministries for research areas
    •  Developed guidelines for students supervision
    •  Monitored students progress

    Key Performance Output 3

    Undertaken research and consultancy assignments

    Core Tasks

    • Prepared research and consultancy proposals ·
    • Carried out consultancy ·
    • Presented research findings
    •  Presented research findings ·
    • Compiled reports on research and consultancy

    Key Performance Output 4

    Organized conferences, seminars and workshops

    Core Tasks

    • Identified themes on topical on topical issues
    • Identified speakers to provide papers for presentations
    •  Liaised with the course coordinator in arranging speakers
    • Arranged all logistics in liaison with the Course Coordinator
    •  Initiated funding for events

    Key Performance Output 5

    Published papers and articles

    • Written articles for newsletters and journals ·
    • Presented papers at seminars and conferences

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Financial Management
  • Public Sector Accounting
  • Economics and Statistics
  • Taxation
  • Auditing
  • Mercantile/Commercial Law
  • Management Principles
  • Research methods
  • Skills

  • Presentation
  • Interpersonal
  • Communication
  • Attributes

  • Patient
  • Eloquent
  • Courteous
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Business Administration or related field plus three years experience in training, teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    Bachelors degree in Business Administration plus five years experience in training, teaching, consultancy and research activities of not less that two years. Publications will be an added advantage.


     

    15. JOB TITLE : SENIOR CONSULTANT (2 POSTS)

    GRADE : G

    RESPONSIBLE TO : CHIEF CONSULTANT

    DIVISION : GOVERNANCE AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC

    DEVELOPMENT (GSED)

     

    Job Purpose

    To undertake training, consultancy and research assignments on Governance and Socio-economic Development issues.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Trained and facilitated management courses/programmes

    Core Tasks

    • Conducted training sessions for clients and students
    • Developed training manuals to facilitate training
    • Presented completed training manuals and packages to principal consultant for quality approval
    • Prepared training calendar
    • Released and presented new training modules
    • Reviewed divisional courses/programmes
    • Coached divisional consultants

    Key Performance Output 2

    Lectured in long-term programmes

    Core Tasks

    • Developed programme outline ·
    • Conducted lessons for students ·
    • Developed career guidance for students
    • Supervised diploma students in management studies
    • Assisted students in research proposal writing
    • Established contacts between students and relevant organizations and ministries for research areas ·
    • Developed guidelines for students supervision
    •  Monitored students progress

     

    Key Performance Output 3

    Undertaken research and consultancy assignments

    Core Tasks

    •  Prepared research and consultancy proposals
    • Carried out consultancy
    • Presented research findings
    •  Presented research findings
    • Compiled reports on research and consultancy

    Key Performance Output 4

    Organized conferences, seminars and workshops

    Core Tasks

    • Identified themes on topical on topical issues ·
    • Identified speakers to provide papers for presentations
    • Liaised with the course coordinator in arranging speakers
    • Arranged all logistics in liaison with the Course Coordinator
    • Initiated funding for events

    Key Performance Output 5

    Published papers and articles

    Core Tasks

    •  Written articles for newsletters and journals ·
    • Presented papers at seminars and conferences

    Requirements

    Knowledge

  • Local Governance in Lesotho
  • Rural Development
  • Community based planning
  • Management Principles
  • Research methods
  • Skills

  • Presentation
  • Interpersonal
  • Communication
  • Attributes

  • Patient
  • Eloquent
  • Courteous
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Public Administration or related field plus three years experience in training/teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.

    OR

    Bachelors degree in Public Administration plus five years experience in training/teaching, consultancy and research activities. Publications will be an added advantage.


     

    16. JOB TITLE : SENIOR CONSULTANT - PLANNING (ONE POST)

    GRADE : G

    RESPONSIBLE TO: CHIEF CONSULTANT - PLANNING

    DIVISION : ACADEMIC PLANNING, RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY

     

    Job Purpose

    To monitor all Academic planning activities within the Institute.

    Key Performance Output 1

    Monitored Institutional operations in the area of Academic Planning

    Core Tasks

  • Monitored implementation of academic and training goals and objectives for the Institute
  • Developed budget for the division
  • Monitored academic expenditure of all divisions
  • Formulated guidelines and procedures for all academic operations
  • Maintained a database of all academic activities within LIPAM
  • Liased with LIPAM staff on all academic and training activities
  •  

    Key Performance Output 2

    Monitored implementation of staff development plan

    Core Tasks

  • Conducted Research towards the drafting of the Institutional training
  • Undertook day-to-day administration of the implementation of the Training policy
  • Identified areas for development of staff with divisional heads
  • Wrote an Institutional training plan based on divisional training plans
  • Liased with divisional heads and staff on the implementation of divisional training plans
  • Conducted research for the writing of the annual staff development training report
  • Key Performance Output 3

    Collaborated with other Academic and Training Institutions

    Core Tasks

  • Identified areas of collaboration
  • Researched deals for negotiation with other institutions
  • Monitored implementation of agreements with other institutions
  • Evaluated and Reviewed collaboration programmes every year
  •  

    Requirements

    Knowledge

    Project Management - managing economic and/or development planning projects as well as project planning within the public sector.

    Specialist Knowledge - in research, training and consultancy management

    Management Principles and practices

    Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizing
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership
  • Oral and Written Communication skills
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Team-building
  • Networking skills
  • Persuasive and negotiation skills
  • Attributes

  • Personal Motivation
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Education, Professional Training and Experience

    Masters degree in Economic Planning and/or Development Planning or any related social field, with three years experience in Academic Planning, Economic Planning and Project Management. At least two publications in a renowned journal.

    Or

    B.A. in Economic Planning and/or Development Planning or any related social field, with five years experience in Academic Planning, Economic Planning and Project Management. At least five publications in a renowned journal.

    Applications on relevant forms, GP 104 (for serving officers) and GP 103 (for job seekers) with certified copies of educational certificates, must be submitted to:

    The Human Resources Office

    Lesotho Institute of Public Administration and Management (LIPAM)

    Development House

    Block A, Level 3

    P.O. Box 1507

    Maseru 100

    On or before the 31st October, 2005

     

    PROF. R. I. M. MOLETSANE

    DIRECTOR - GENERAL (LIPAM)

     

     

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