Publication & Intellectual Property

We are seeking a detail-oriented and responsible Publication & Intellectual Property Staff to support the management of academic publications and the protection of intellectual property within the institution. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, academic staff, and management to ensure publications are well-documented, properly disseminated, and intellectual property rights are appropriately managed.

WORKING HOURS

• Monday – Friday: 07:00 – 16:30 WITA
• Sunday: 08:00 – 12:00 WITA

1. Publication Management: Supporting the preparation, documentation, and dissemination of academic and institutional publications, including teaching materials, reports, articles, and other educational outputs.
2. Intellectual Property Administration: Assisting in the registration, documentation, and management of intellectual property rights such as copyrights, teaching modules, learning media, and other academic works.
3. Documentation and Archiving: Maintaining organised records of publications and intellectual property documents in both digital and physical formats.
4. Coordination and Communication: Coordinating with teachers, academic staff, and external parties related to publication processes and intellectual property administration.
5. Compliance and Standardisation: Ensuring publications and intellectual property processes comply with institutional policies and relevant regulations.
6. Reporting: Preparing reports related to publication activities and intellectual property status as required.
7. Administrative Support: Providing administrative assistance related to publication and intellectual property management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Library Science, Communication, Law, Education, Information Management, or a related field
• Experience in publication management, documentation, or intellectual property administration is an advantage
• Good understanding of basic intellectual property concepts (copyright and licensing) is an advantage
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage documents systematically and confidentially
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Basic proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and document management system