JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Mongu Trades Training Institute (MTTI) is a public institution which was opened in 1996 with a vision to be a leader in the provision of quality technical education, vocational and entrepreneurship training skills meeting all the expectations of the students and stakeholders in every respect.

The Management Board of Mongu Trades Training Institute is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following vacant positions:

Position: Principal
Location: Mongu
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description:
The Principal will be responsible for providing strategic direction, managing staff, and ensuring the overall success and operations of the institution.

Responsibilities:

• Leading management in the day-to-day running of the Institute.
• Ensuring the Institute operates efficiently and effectively.
• Aligning day-to-day operations with the organization’s overall objectives.
• Developing and recommending to the Board the long-term strategy, vision, and critical performance targets of the Institute.
• Developing and recommending annual business plans and budgets that support the Institute’s long-term strategy.
• Acting as an interface between the Board, management and the Ministry.
• Ensuring the integrity of the Institute’s financial reporting system.
• Implementing internal controls and governance policies and procedures effectively.
• Ensuring the implementation of the Board’s resolutions.
• Negotiating agreements, contracts, and related legal instruments approved by the Board.
• Ensuring the Institute has an effective management team and structures.
• Serving as the chief spokesperson of the Institute.
• In conjunction with the Board Chairperson, representing the Institute to external stakeholders.
• Any other duties assigned by the Board.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate or its equivalent with a minimum of five (5) credits including English language and mathematics
• Degree in engineering, business, education or related field
• Master’s degree in related field above will be an added advantage
• Seven (7) years of relevant working experience, three (3) of which must be at top management level
• Must have a teaching qualification
• Must be accredited by TEVETA
• Must be at least thirty-five (35) years of age
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Background of lecturing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive learning/work environment.
• Must be computer literate.
• Verified results

2.  Position: Training Manager
Location: Mongu
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description:
The Training Manager will support the Principal in managing the institute. He/she will assist in
the administration of academic programs, discipline, and other academic operations.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Principal in developing and implementing school policies.
• Coordinating student disciplinary actions and policies.
• Supporting the organization with school events and activities.
• Ensuring timely planning and implementation of programs and activities for efficient development and delivery of Technical Education, Vocational, and Entrepreneurship Training.
• Advising the Principal on training, student affairs, and teaching staff performance.
• Coordinating all academic sections of the institute to manage and deliver quality training effectively.
• Coordinating student enrollments, submissions of continuous assessments to TEVETA, and acting as a link between TEVETA and the Institute.
• Monitoring and evaluating the performance of trainers and activities in all academic sections to assess their impact and provide appropriate interventions.
• Maintaining an up-to-date student database to provide information for decision-making.
• Initiating and coordinating all training activities, including chairing and supervising the timetable-making process with department heads.
• Lecturing in own area of specialization.
• Chairing all student disciplinary meetings.
• Performing any other duties assigned by the Principal.

Qualification/Requirements:

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate or its equivalent with a minimum of five (5) credits including English language and mathematics
• Degree in engineering, business, education or related field
• Six (6 ) years of working experience, three (3) of which must be at top management level
• Master’s degree in related field above will be an added advantage
• Must have a teaching qualification
• Must be accredited by TEVETA
• Must have Grade twelve certificate verified by Examinations Council of Zambia(ECZ)
• Must be at least thirty-five (35) years of age
• Proven experience in a leadership or administrative role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents.
• Must be computer literate.