Francis Mukosa
Lusaka,Zambia
Summary
Distinguished academic and strategic leader with over 22 years of experience across academia, industry, and institutional leadership. Extensive expertise in University Senate governance, postgraduate education, research policy, and academic program development. Demonstrated success in driving institutional strategy, shaping academic policy, securing funding through grants and consultancies, and strengthening research output. Recognized for bridging academia and industry through digital transformation, data analytics, and strategic advisory roles.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Director of Postgraduate Studies
ZCAS University
2022.01 - 2026.04
- Lead postgraduate strategy aligned with Senate and national frameworks
- Oversee program development, accreditation, and quality assurance
- Drive research funding through grants and consultancies
- Expand international academic partnerships
Senior Lecturer – Information & Digital Marketing
ZCAS University
2021.01 - 2026.04
- Deliver teaching and postgraduate supervision
- Facilitate industry-relevant workshops in digital marketing and analytics
University Senate Member
ZCAS University
Lusaka, Zambia
2022.02 - Current
- Drove institutional governance and significantly contributed to academic strategy and policy development.
- Led senate deliberations on academic standards, research directions, and programme accreditation processes.
- Served as chairperson for key senate and institutional committees, including graduation, ICT, sports, and governance policy committees.
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of postgraduate regulations and guidelines.
- Championed the establishment of postgraduate publication policies to enhance research output.
- Enhanced institutional quality assurance and governance of research activities.
- Acted as external member of procurement committee at Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority (ZAMRA).
- Provided strategic oversight on procurement processes, ensuring compliance, transparency, and accountability.
Manager ICT / Business Strategy
Skyro Technologies
- Led ICT strategy and digital transformation initiatives
- Advised leadership on innovation and growth strategies
Corporate Affairs Manager
AIBT
- Built strategic partnerships and led consultancy programs
- Managed stakeholder engagement and institutional branding
Marketing Manager
AIBT Zambia
- Designed and implemented national marketing strategies
IT Administrator
BCHOD
- Managed enterprise IT infrastructure and systems
Lecturer – Business Studies
ZCAS
2014.01 - 2021.01
- Delivered teaching and research output
- Contributed to institutional growth and academic performance
Education
Doctor of Business Administration -
ZCAS University
MBA -
Edith Cowan University
AustraliaBA (Hons) - Business Studies
University of South Wales
Postgraduate Diploma - Teaching Methodology
NIPA
Professional Diploma in Marketing - Marketing
Zambia Institute of Marketing
Zambia 2012.01 - 2013.02
Diploma in Marketing - Marketing
Zambia Institute of Marketing
Zambia 2012.01 - 2013.02
Professional Certificate in Marketing - Marketing
Zambia Institute of Marketing
Zambia 2012.01 - 2013.02
Advanced Diploma Computer Science - Computer Science & Information Processing
Association of Business Managers and Administrators
UK 2004.06 - 2005.12
Higher National Diploma - Information Systems Management
IMIS
UK 2022.06 - 2023.02
Diploma Information Systems - Information Systems Management
IMIS
Zambia 2021.01 - 2022.03
Skills
- Marketing and ICT strategy
- Digital analytics
- University governance
- Academic policy research
- Grant writing and consultancy
- Digital transformation
- Institutional strategy
- Report writing and AI skills
- Data analytics and competitive analysis
- Leadership and people management
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Calm under pressure
- Public speaking
- Team building
- Strategic planning
RESEARCH, PUBLICATIONS & FUNDING
- 30+ peer-reviewed publications (Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Academia)
- Research Leadership
- Active postgraduate supervisor
- Contributor to academic conferences and policy dialogue
- Funding Impact
- Secured funding through:
- Research grants
- Consultancy projects
EXECUTIVE HIGHLIGHTS
- 4+ years of University Senate governance experience
- Chair of key academic policy and postgraduate committees
- External governance role with ZAMRA Procurement Committee
- 30+ peer-reviewed publications (Google Scholar)
- Proven track record in grants, consultancies, and institutional revenue growth
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Sports, Reading, Cheese, Music
Timeline
Higher National Diploma - Information Systems Management
IMIS
2022.06 - 2023.02
University Senate Member
ZCAS University
2022.02 - Current
Director of Postgraduate Studies
ZCAS University
2022.01 - 2026.04
Diploma Information Systems - Information Systems Management
IMIS
2021.01 - 2022.03
Senior Lecturer – Information & Digital Marketing
ZCAS University
2021.01 - 2026.04
Lecturer – Business Studies
ZCAS
2014.01 - 2021.01
Professional Diploma in Marketing - Marketing
Zambia Institute of Marketing
2012.01 - 2013.02
Diploma in Marketing - Marketing
Zambia Institute of Marketing
2012.01 - 2013.02
Professional Certificate in Marketing - Marketing
Zambia Institute of Marketing
2012.01 - 2013.02
Advanced Diploma Computer Science - Computer Science & Information Processing
Association of Business Managers and Administrators
2004.06 - 2005.12
Manager ICT / Business Strategy
Skyro Technologies
Corporate Affairs Manager
AIBT
Marketing Manager
AIBT Zambia
IT Administrator
BCHOD
Postgraduate Diploma - Teaching Methodology
NIPA
Doctor of Business Administration -
ZCAS University
MBA -
Edith Cowan University
BA (Hons) - Business Studies
University of South Wales