NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO
The National University of Lesotho (NUL) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Vice‑Chancellor.
Position Details
- Position: Vice‑Chancellor
- Department: Administration
- Responsible To: Council, through the Chairman of Council
- Location: National University of Lesotho (Roma)
Line Management Responsibilities
The Vice‑Chancellor shall provide line management to the following positions:
- Pro‑Vice‑Chancellor
- Registrar
- Bursar
- University Librarian
- Director: Human Resources
- Director: Campus Services
- Director: Student Affairs
- Director: Legal Services
- Director: Security and Safety
- Director: Communications and Marketing
- Director: Development Planning
- Director: ICT
- Chief Internal Auditor
1. Qualifications
1.1 Educational Background and Experience
Applicants must possess:
- A distinguished academic record of international significance at the level of PhD
- A minimum of five (5) years’ senior managerial and administrative experience in Higher Education Institutions or comparable organisations
- Attainment of the rank of Professor or Associate Professor, with a proven record of scholarly productivity
1.2 Personal Attributes
The desirable candidate must:
- Be an inspiring leader with the ability to connect with and command the respect of a diverse university community
- Possess excellent communication skills
- Be an innovative and creative team player
- Demonstrate strong risk‑management skills and an appropriate level of emotional intelligence
2. Knowledge and Expertise
2.1 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants should demonstrate:
- A track record of successful resource mobilisation and fundraising, with sound financial management skills
- Experience in organisational design, performance management, restructuring, and transformation
- Proven ability to transform large organisations and articulate a compelling institutional vision
- Appreciation of emerging global trends in higher education, including digitalisation
- Ability to represent the University effectively in engagement with Government, international agencies, and other external stakeholders
- Capacity to take a long‑term strategic view and explore multiple options in planning and implementation
- Ability to assess market trends in higher education and devise a strategic trajectory for the University
- Strong problem‑solving abilities and decisiveness
- Ability to work under pressure and achieve stipulated targets
3. Purpose of the Job
The Vice‑Chancellor is the chief academic and administrative officer of the University and bears overall responsibility and accountability for effective and efficient leadership and management of the institution.
The role is performed in accordance with the University’s rules, regulations, and policies, providing academic and financial leadership that enables the University to achieve its Vision, Mission, and core values, while safeguarding the institutional image at all times.
4. Job Summary
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Mobilising resources and spearheading fundraising activities
- Implementing a University‑wide performance management system
- Providing strategic leadership in academic, administrative, and financial management
- Promoting and safeguarding the University’s national and international academic standing and credibility
- Ensuring development, review, and implementation of the Strategic Plan and institutional policies
- Ensuring effective administration and management of the University
- Providing academic leadership aimed at attaining the University’s Vision, Mission, and Goals
- Chairing and participating in the activities of NUL statutory bodies
5. Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit their applications on or before 11 May 2026 through one of the following methods:
Electronic Submission
Applications must be emailed to:
[email protected]
Hard‑Copy Submission
Applications may alternatively be delivered to:
Secretary of the Joint Committee of Council and Senate
c/o Office of the Registrar
National University of Lesotho
Roma, Lesotho
Application Requirements
Applications must include:
- A motivation letter (not exceeding 600 words)
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copies of academic certificates
- Names and contact details of three (3) referees, at least one of whom must be:
- From an institution of higher learning, and/or
- The current or most recent employer
Applicants must ensure that signed reference letters are submitted directly by referees to [email protected], or hand‑delivered to the Office of the Registrar at the Roma Campus.
Additional Information
- Detailed job descriptions may be accessed on the NUL website:
www.nul.ls - For further clarification, contact the Registrar at:
+266 22 340 601 or +266 22 340 264
Closing date: May 11, 2026