Ruth Mwale Mubanga
Lusaka
Summary
Dr. Ruth Mubanga is an astute educator and leader with exceptional organizational skills and a proven track record of surpassing operational objectives throughout her impressive 32-year career. Her significant contributions to the education sector in Zambia have earned her recognition, leading to an invitation to join the University of Africa Advisory Board and later being appointed as the first female Chancellor in the country. Dr. Mubanga's dedication and expertise were further acknowledged with a Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Africa. She demonstrated her ability to navigate challenging situations and steer the institution towards stability by serving as Vice Chancellor during a period of turbulence at the university while still fulfilling her role as Chancellor. In addition to her accomplishments in education, Dr. Mubanga is an innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. She excels in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives, consistently contributing to organizational growth and success by leading projects from start to finish. Furthermore, Dr. Mubanga is a thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. She has proven herself capable of handling numerous projects simultaneously while ensuring accuracy. Her effective prioritization skills enable her to meet deadlines consistently, making her an invaluable asset to any team or organization.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Chancellor
University of Africa
05.2015 - 09.2021
- The titular head of the university - Advisory role
- Provided strategic and policy direction
- Led council meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts
- Monitored and evaluated university programmes to ensure that performance objectives and standards are continuously achieved
- Formulated policies governing all areas of teaching and learning, including assessment, testing, and compliance
Vice-Chancellor
University of Africa
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Oversaw administrative functions such as scheduling management meetings and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities
- Devised strategies to reduce expenses, modernize operations and revamp procedures to improve institution operations
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with the university council goals and objectives
- Managed teams to guarantee a successful supply chain pipeline for markets
- Determining performance goals for every department and providing feedback on methods for reaching those milestones
- Regained performance standards by supporting trouble sites to realign focus for successful client delivery
- Developed and provided strategic direction for research into the latest technologies, processes, devices, materials, and techniques
- Established innovative ways of developing products for customers to continue sustainable university growth
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with university goals and objectives
- Developed and maintained excellent working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including the Ministry of Higher Education, Higher Education Authority (HEA), and other universities
Director Teacher Education and Specialised Services
Ministry of Education, Science, Vocational Training and Early Education HQ
03.2007 - 12.2012
- Developed and provided strategic direction for teacher education, national science centre, Library, special education, guidance and counseling
- Supervised and mentored school leaders, teachers, principals, lecturers, and staff members to build confidence and facilitate effective classroom environments
- Implemented strategies to achieve targets related to college student learning outcomes, increasing examination results by 30 % year on year
- Established innovative ways of developing Continuing Professional Development to continue sustainable professional growth
- Provided proven team building activities and managed, organized, and coordinated In-Service activities
- Planning, coordinating, and managing teacher education and specialized services, programmes and provided programme oversight
- Formulated and monitored the implementation of Policy for teacher education, guidance and counselling and Special Education needs
- Provided strategic, technical guidance to Top Management (Minister and Permanent Secretary) on the provision of quality education for all learners especially for girls and learners with disability
- Assisted Minister and Permanent Secretary during the decision-making and policy formulation process by compiling daily reports to suggest corrective action
- Oversaw the creation of programmes, policies and strategies to promote initiatives that enhanced teacher education, libraries, guidance and counselling, special education, and national science centre activities for the provision of quality education
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service training sessions
Principal
Nkrumah Teachers Training College
11.2002 - 03.2007
- Performed diverse human resource activities, including hiring, training, discipline and termination of employment for Board workers in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements
- Managed teacher training programmes, finances staff and students
- Established interdepartmental and cross-functional teams’ collaboration in the development and support of student activities, programmes and lessons
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with the Ministry of education's goals and objectives
- Oversaw administrative functions such as scheduling management meetings and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities for new staff and new students
- Monitored student behaviour and enforced discipline policies and procedures to ensure a safe learning environment is maintained
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess performance
- Collaborated with provincial education office and ministry of education headquarters to develop functional budgets within allocated funds
- Modelled expected and appropriate leadership to promote teaching staff and administrative personnel's positive interaction with students and families
- Developed and maintained excellent working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including other companies, universities, and research institutes
- Participated in Forum for African women educationalist Zambia chapter
- Developed and provided strategic direction for research and publication to establish and sustain professional growth
- Initiated and supervised the commencement of Nkrumah Research Journal for documenting and disseminating staff research
Principal Inspector of School
Ministry of Education, Provincial Education Office
08.2000 - 11.2002
- Headed the Inspectorate unit in the Province, and coordinated all Inspectors in the province
- Monitored and promoted continuous learning and improvement in Schools and teacher training colleges in Central Province
- Inspected and examined teaching, learning materials, and school infrastructure to ensure they are conducive for teaching and learning
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase the effectiveness of teaching and learning
- Performed inspections of schools, teachers training colleges, to check for availability and competency of teachers and lecturers; books and equipment for appropriate quantities and quality
- Participated in formulating policies governing all areas of teaching and learning, including assessment, testing, and compliance
- Provincial focal person for PAGE, formulated activities and programmes devised annual work plans, trained teachers and lecturer
- Sensitized chiefs and members of the community on girls education
- Inspected, monitored and evaluated PAGE programmes to ensure that performance objectives and standards were continuously achieved
Senior Inspector of School (Science)
Ministry of Education, Provincial Education Office
03.1996 - 02.1997
- Managed, organised, and coordinated In-Service activities for both Basic and High School
- Facilitated continuing professional development (CPD) for teaching staff through implementation of quality CPD training programmes and appropriation of necessary resources
- Providing support and in-service training to science teachers, to improve effectiveness and efficiency
- Inspected, monitored and evaluated teaching staff to ensure that performance objectives and standards are continuously achieved
- Provided, maintained and monitored teaching and learning standards in Primary and Secondary schools
- Provided policy direction on matters of science education
- Analysed and monitored performance and learning outcomes of pupils to maintain high standards in both Primary and Secondary schools
- Coordinated Programme for the Advancement of Girls Education (PAGE)
- Provide direction and training on matters on girls education
- Monitored school infrastructure to ensure a conducive and safe environment is provided for all pupils
Provincial Resource Centre Coordinator (Science)
Kabwe Provincial Resource Centre
03.1995 - 02.1996
- Planned and implemented engaging in-service teaching programmes for primary school teachers across varied subjects and for science teachers at secondary school to raise their level of skill and proficiency
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behaviour modification
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams, collaboration in the development and support of student activities, programmes, and lessons
- Effectively identify in-service training needs, conduct and monitor implementation of new skills
- Monitored and evaluated in-service programmes to ensure that school in-service activities are implemented and high standards are continuously achieved
Senior Lecturer
Nkrumah Teachers Training College
02.1991 - 03.1995
- Lectured to students teachers as well as In-service teachers to broaden the understanding of the subject matter as well as upgrade and build capacity of In-service teachers
- Subjects: Biology
- Effectively taught wide-reaching biology principles and theoretical concepts
- Concisely presented complex Biology material through lectures and encouraged students to apply knowledge to real-world settings by peer teaching
- Delivered 36 hours of contact and teaching time with up to 100 students
- Trained students teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behaviour modification
- Prepared innovative lesson and curriculum planning, evidenced by high learning outcomes and an 80% student pass rate
- Prepared, invigilated, marked, and moderated assessments according to policies and procedures
- Demonstrated expertise in Biology and Education to offer engaging, insightful teaching and resources
- Undertook Biology module writing, contributing to the development of specified, high-quality courses
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
Teacher
Kabulonga Girls Secondary School
01.1990 - 02.1991
- Subject: Taught Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- Utilised expert classroom management to maintain well-structured, smooth-running lessons in line with student development objectives
- Created engaging learning plans to promote conceptual scientific understanding
- Created comprehensive, engaging resources in line with programmes of study, building scientific understanding and confidence
- Developed inquisitive students, teaching varied processes and methods of discovery to inspire further scientific inquiry
- Implement effective student behaviour management consistent with the vision and strategic plan of the Ministry of Education
- Maintained high levels of classroom efficiencies by keeping good time and making lesson plans for all subjects
Teacher
Kabulonga Girls Secondary School
10.1980 - 08.1986
- Taught well over 2,400 girls aged between 14 and 18 years from 1980 to 1990
- Subjects: General Science, Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science and Combined Science
- Taught Science subjects and managed science activities
- Created inspiring class lesson plans and resources, optimizing pupil engagement and thereby getting desired results
- Assessed, recorded, and reported on the development, progress, and attainment of girls' to ensure education goals were consistently met
- Organised science excursions and Junior Engineers Technician and Scientists (JETS) activities to boost interest and achievement in science
- Maintained classroom discipline and a safe working environment, following school guidelines relating to the welfare, health, and safety of students at all times
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care
- Demonstrated positive learning outcomes through teaching and guidance for continued pupil’s, girls in particular, progress and development
- Actively participated in Zambia Science Education (ZASE) a subject association for teachers and orchestrated science curriculum revision for teachers, modifying programmes and maximising the use of school resources to boost student success
Education
B.Sc. - Education
University of Zambia
01.1981
Honorary Doctorate - Philosophy
University of Africa
01.2018
Masters of Education -
Southampton University
01.1989
Advanced Diploma - Educational Studies
University of Leeds
01.1987
Skills
- Analytical Decision-Maker
- Skilled in Complex Problem Resolution
- Innovative Thinking
- Service-Driven Attitude
- Regulatory Standards Knowledge
- Strategic Program Management
- Performance Tracking
- Consultative Expertise
- Adaptable and Resilient
- Policy Implementation
- Team Leadership
- Project Organization
- Negotiation Skills
- Influential Interpersonal Skills
Languages
Chewa
English
Bemba
Country Experience
Zambia
Timeline
Vice-Chancellor
University of Africa
01.2019 - 09.2020
Chancellor
University of Africa
05.2015 - 09.2021
Director Teacher Education and Specialised Services
Ministry of Education, Science, Vocational Training and Early Education HQ
03.2007 - 12.2012
Principal
Nkrumah Teachers Training College
11.2002 - 03.2007
Principal Inspector of School
Ministry of Education, Provincial Education Office
08.2000 - 11.2002
Senior Inspector of School (Science)
Ministry of Education, Provincial Education Office
03.1996 - 02.1997
Provincial Resource Centre Coordinator (Science)
Kabwe Provincial Resource Centre
03.1995 - 02.1996
Senior Lecturer
Nkrumah Teachers Training College
02.1991 - 03.1995
Teacher
Kabulonga Girls Secondary School
01.1990 - 02.1991
Teacher
Kabulonga Girls Secondary School
10.1980 - 08.1986
Honorary Doctorate - Philosophy
University of Africa
Masters of Education -
Southampton University
Advanced Diploma - Educational Studies
University of Leeds
B.Sc. - Education
University of Zambia
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