Policy on woman application and entry

Policy Adopted in: 2012

Last Updated in: 2023

Application: The policy is applicable to all student applicants, Job Applicants, existing students, and staff of the University.

Purpose:

1. Ensure all employees and officers have an understanding of gender issues and the objectives of this policy
2. Ensure all employees and officers have equal opportunity to participate in and contribute at all levels of the University and to receive appropriate acknowledgment and equitable reward for that participation and contribution.

Policy

The University's Human Resource (HR) department is responsible for maintaining records of female applicants seeking Teaching, Non-Teaching, and administrative positions. Equal preference is given to eligible and suitable female candidates for available vacancies. The HR, in collaboration with the Head of School and under the oversight of the Hon. Vice-Chancellor, review and process applications.

In the admission process for student applicants, there is no discrimination, and female applicants are treated without bias. The Director of Admission, reporting to the Hon. Vice-Chancellor, oversee the procedures.

In compliance with government rules, women employees will be appointed to various working committees and statutory bodies. The University is committed to promote and encourage the applications of women for different positions, ensuring equal opportunities.

The term "gender" is understood to include social, behavioral, and cultural attributes associated with being female, male, intersex, transgender, or gender-diverse. Gender equality in the workplace is defined as providing all employees with equal access to rewards, resources, and opportunities, regardless of their gender.

Furthermore, gender equity involves fair treatment based on individual needs, which may include equal or different treatment that is considered equivalent in terms of rights, benefits, obligations, and opportunities.