Marketing, Public and International Relations

Acting Director:
Mr Silence T. Murombedzi (MCIPS)

Qualifications:
-Doctor of Business Leadership (DBL Candidate) University of South Africa
-Master Of Science Degree In Human Resources Development (Gzu)
-Executive Master Of Business Administration Degree In Marketing(Esami-Tanzania)
-Master Of Science Degree In Purchasing And Supply Chain Management (Buse)
-Bachelor Of Business Administration Degree (Bba Marketing – Solusi University)
-Graduate Diploma – Chartered Institute Of Purchasing & Supply (Cips – Uk)
-Professional Diploma In Strategic Logistics And Operations Management For Developmental And Humanitarian Organisations Training And Development International College
-Graduate Diploma In Biblical Studies And Christian Leadership Africa Multination For Christ College
-Advanced Diploma – Chartered Institute Of Procurement And Supply (Cips – Uk)
-Advanced Certificate In Community Development & Project Management (Uz)
-Executive Certificate In Strategic Hiv/ Aids Project Management (Uz)
-Executive Certificate In Practical Monitoring & Eveluation (Uz)
-Advanced Certificate In International Trade (Industrial Freight)
-Advanced Certificate – Imports And Exports (Industrial Freight)
Email:smurombedzi@muast.ac.zw

Overview:
Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology is a young, modern and upcoming institution that was established by the Act of Parliament in 2015. By virtue of its newness on the Zimbabwe higher education arena, it becomes imperative that the University is made visible through strategic marketing initiatives. The Marketing, Public and International Relations (MPIR) Directorate, therefore, aims to increase the visibility of Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (MUAST). External visibility is the key to the establishment of a premier MUAST brand. The MPIR is also mandated to lead marketing and information dissemination initiatives about MUAST’s academic programmes, research output, student life, community social investment activities, infrastructure developments and accomplishments through various communication channels. The department’s other strategic thrust is to strengthen the Institution’s reputation and align its marketing and communications efforts locally, regionally and internationally. Success in these efforts will build enthusiasm and morale within the University community and ensure that it achieves its student recruitment, retention and fundraising objectives. The department endeavours to implement strategies that will create a unified image, centered on the overarching MUAST brand. In an effort to ensure a solid corporate culture anchored on the University’s vision and mission, the department also supports academic and non-academic marketing, public and international relations initiatives.