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Education
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Accomplishments
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Oliver Mavundutse

Oliver Mavundutse

Harare

Summary

Worked as a Primary School Teacher for 9 years, Teachers College Lecturer for 17 years, University lecturer and Chairperson of the Teacher Education Department for 22 years: thus

Experienced with advanced teaching methodologies and curriculum development. Utilizes innovative strategies to engage and inspire students, promoting deep understanding and critical thinking. Track record of effective collaboration with academic staff to enhance both teaching quality and student outcomes.

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Lecturer & Chairperson, Centre for Teacher Education and Materials Development

University of Zimbabwe
01.2019 - 10.2024
  • Grew the Scheme of Association from sixteen (16) teachers' colleges to nineteen (19)
    Administered and managed19 Teachers' Colleges in the University of Zimbabwe Scheme of Association
  • Guided undergraduate and postgraduate students in research projects.
  • Conducted research in Teacher Education and Early Childhood Education.
  • Delivered lectures on Educational Psychology for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  • Developed evaluation instruments to measure student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
  • Conducted workshops on teaching methods and best practices.
  • Delivered Bachelor's level education psychology courses to ECD and junior teachers
  • Directed scholarly research efforts for students pursuing Bachelor, Masters, and DPhil degrees.
  • Executed a variety of personal and commissioned reports
  • Engaged with community stakeholders to strengthen partnerships that support experiential learning opportunities for students.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lectures.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development through attending workshops, webinars, and conferences to stay current with industry trends and best practices in higher education.
  • Established partnerships with local businesses, providing internship opportunities for students to gain practical experience.
  • Mentored junior faculty members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
  • Designed course materials such as syllabi, lecture notes, assignments aligned with both programmatic outcomes as well as course-specific objectives
  • Served on various university committees, supporting initiatives aimed at enhancing overall institutional effectiveness.
  • Delivered engaging presentations at academic conferences, raising the profile of the institution within the broader academic community
  • Formulated assessment methods to accurately track student development in relation to learning objectives.
  • Supervised junior lecturers' course development and recommended refinements to enhance student learning.
  • Developed and delivered curriculum to enhance teacher training programs.
  • Mentored junior faculty, fostering professional development and instructional excellence.

Appointing Chief Examiners

UZ Scheme of Association
01.2018 - 10.2024
  • Carried out meticulous inspections to ensure conformity with established standards in the appointment of Examiners
  • Analyzed documentation for accuracy and regulatory
  • Mentored junior examiners on best practices and efficient evaluation techniques.
  • Developed training materials to enhance understanding of examination processes among new staff members.
  • Facilitated workshops aimed at increasing awareness of compliance standards among stakeholders.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry changes and maintain expertise in the field.
  • Contributed positively to organizational reputation by consistently demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and expertise in the role of Examiner.
  • Provided clear explanations of decisions made during examinations, enhancing transparency between applicants and organization.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for reviewing applications and maintaining accuracy.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant laws, policies, and procedures throughout the examination process.
  • Analyzed information gathered from investigations and reported findings.
  • Served as a subject matter expert on specific industries or types of applications, guiding colleagues in their evaluations when needed.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials, improving examiner knowledge and skills
  • Maintained confidentiality and security of personal information to protect customer privacy and prevent identity theft.

Member of Faculty of Education Planning Committee

University of Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 10.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Member of Faculty of Education Board of Examiners Committee

University of Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 10.2024
  • Developed comprehensive examination materials to assess student knowledge and competencies.
  • Evaluated examination results, ensuring accuracy and consistency in grading procedures.
  • Collaborated with faculty to refine assessment strategies, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Mentored junior examiners on best practices for managing examination processes.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in exam administration workflows.
  • Oversaw compliance with academic standards during the examination review process.
  • Analyzed feedback from stakeholders to drive enhancements in examination methodologies.
  • Led training sessions for staff on new evaluation tools and systems, fostering team development.
  • Facilitated information sharing among team members to improve overall understanding of complex cases.

Lecturer Teacher Education

University of Zimbabwe
01.2003 - 10.2024


  • Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
  • Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
  • Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
  • Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
  • Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
  • Led seminars and workshops to facilitate student learning and engagement and increase memory retention.
  • Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.

Member of the Board of Studies

UZ Scheme of Association RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY
01.2002 - 10.2024
  • Exhibited a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of work.
  • Demonstrated initiative and accountability.
  • Thrived in high-pressure situations.
  • Excelled in both independent and team settings.

External Examiner

University of South Africa (UNISA), Zimbabwe
01.2017 - 12.2020
  • Exhibited attention to detail and commitment to tasks.
  • Demonstrated initiative and accountability.
  • Adapted quickly to high-pressure situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively alone and with others.
  • Displayed a readiness to assist in various situations.

Principal Lecturer Educational Psychology and Child Development

Mkoba Teachers College
01.1991 - 01.2002
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops for faculty members to improve instructional strategies.
  • Collaborated with academic committees to design programs that meet diverse learner needs.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.

Senior Lecturer

Mkoba Teachers College
01.1986 - 12.1990

Instructed on educational psychology, covering child development and cognitive psychology.

Primary School Teacher

Ruvheneko Primary School, Harare
01.1980 - 12.1984


  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs.
  • Organized school events and extracurricular activities to promote student engagement.
  • Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, providing timely feedback.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address concerns.
  • Mentored new teachers on classroom management strategies and instructional best practices.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies and technology integration.

Primary School Teacher

Mhofu Primary School, Harare
01.1975 - 12.1984
  • Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student participation and motivation.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.

Education

DPhil - Education

University of Zimbabwe
Harare
06.2019

Master of Education - Educational Psychology

University of Zimbabwe
06.1999

Bachelor of Education - Teacher Education

University of Zimbabwe
06.1991

Certificate in Education - undefined

University of Zimbabwe
Harare
06.1988

Learner Tutor Programme - undefined

Hillside Teachers College
Bulawayo
06.1985

T3 Teachers Certificate - undefined

United College of Education
Bulawayo
06.1975

Skills

  • Computer literacy
  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Decision making
  • Cultural intelligence
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Humility
  • Leadership
  • Empathetic
  • Dependable
  • Honest

Languages

English

Hobbies and Interests

Reading, researching

Accomplishments


  • Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom.
  • Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
  • Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
  • Received the POSCO scholarship award
  • Received long service award

Timeline

Senior Lecturer & Chairperson, Centre for Teacher Education and Materials Development

University of Zimbabwe
01.2019 - 10.2024

Appointing Chief Examiners

UZ Scheme of Association
01.2018 - 10.2024

Member of Faculty of Education Planning Committee

University of Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 10.2024

Member of Faculty of Education Board of Examiners Committee

University of Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 10.2024

External Examiner

University of South Africa (UNISA), Zimbabwe
01.2017 - 12.2020

Lecturer Teacher Education

University of Zimbabwe
01.2003 - 10.2024

Member of the Board of Studies

UZ Scheme of Association RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY
01.2002 - 10.2024

Principal Lecturer Educational Psychology and Child Development

Mkoba Teachers College
01.1991 - 01.2002

Senior Lecturer

Mkoba Teachers College
01.1986 - 12.1990

Primary School Teacher

Ruvheneko Primary School, Harare
01.1980 - 12.1984

Primary School Teacher

Mhofu Primary School, Harare
01.1975 - 12.1984

Bachelor of Education - Teacher Education

University of Zimbabwe

Certificate in Education - undefined

University of Zimbabwe

Learner Tutor Programme - undefined

Hillside Teachers College

T3 Teachers Certificate - undefined

United College of Education

DPhil - Education

University of Zimbabwe

Master of Education - Educational Psychology

University of Zimbabwe
Oliver Mavundutse