Head of Department - Law

The Head of Department � Law shall be responsible for the academic, administrative and operational management of the department. The key duties and responsibilities shall include:

Duties and responsibilities

1. Overseeing the development, implementation, review and continuous improvement of academic programmes in the department.
   
2. Participating in the review and approval of student admissions in accordance with university policies and admission requirements.
   
3. Participating in the review and approval of student admissions in accordance with university policies and admission requirements.
   
4. Receiving and orienting newly admitted students in the department.
   
5. Overseeing teaching, assessment and examination processes to ensure compliance with university policies, academic regulations and quality assurance standards.
   
6. Monitoring students' academic progress and coordinating the processes leading to successful completion of their programmes and graduation.
   
7. Monitoring and ensuring compliance with class attendance requirements for both students and staff.
   
8. Addressing student and staff concerns promptly and facilitating appropriate resolution of issues arising within the department.
   
9. Promoting research, scholarly publication, academic collaboration and participation in conferences, seminars and workshops.
   
10. Ensuring compliance with relevant university policies, academic regulations and applicable professional and regulatory requirements.
    
11. Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or other authorised university officials.
    

qualification and experience

• A PhD in Law or an appropriately related discipline from an accredited and recognised university.
  
• A Master of Laws (LLM) or an equivalent relevant postgraduate qualification from an accredited and recognised university.
  
• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or an equivalent relevant qualification from an accredited and recognised university.
  
• At least three (3) years of teaching experience at university level.
  
• At least one (1) year of relevant management or administrative experience.
  
• Evidence of scholarly publications and participation in, or contributions to, academic conferences, seminars and workshops.