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Irikidzayi Decent Ndongwe

@irikidzayidecentndon

History lecturer and researcher specializing in African economic history, peacekeeping studies, and rigorous qualitative research.

Zimbabwe
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can teach and supervise effectively, develop strong course modules, and continue my research in African history—supported by a collaborative academic environment that values rigorous qualitative and quantitative work.

I’m a History lecturer focused on teaching, dissertation supervision, and clear academic assessment. At Midlands State University, I develop and teach undergraduate modules, oversee dissertation writing, and grade examinations, written assignments, and oral presentations.

My teaching background also includes Graduate Teaching Assistant and Teaching Assistant roles where I planned and facilitated tutorials and discussion sections across History and related departments, prepared course materials, and supported students through structured grading and learning activities.

As a researcher, I specialize in qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and presentation, with ongoing projects on soil conservation and Black farmers’ inclusion in colonial Zimbabwe, grassroots politics and urban decay, and settler-state relations. I’ve also engaged the public through cultural awareness campaigns for African immigrant communities and provided support for victims of Gender Based Violence, while building my research profile through fellowships, grants, and conference presentations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Lecturer, History & Heritage

Midlands State University

Apr 2023 - Present (3 years 2 months)

Develop and teach undergraduate modules in peacekeeping and peacebuilding, Zimbabwean history, and the history of international law. Supervise dissertations and assess examinations, written assignments, and oral presentations.

UI

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Iowa

Aug 2017 - May 2021 (3 years 9 months)

Planned and facilitated undergraduate discussion sections and tutorials across multiple departments. Graded assignments and examinations and prepared course materials for lectures and tutorials.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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University of Iowa

Master of Arts (MA), History

Earned a Master of Arts (MA) in History from the University of Iowa in 2021.

UZ

University of Zimbabwe

Master of Arts (MA), African Economic History

Grade: Merit

Completed an MA in African Economic History at the University of Zimbabwe (Merit) in 2017.

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University of Zimbabwe

Bachelor of Arts (Honors), Economic History

Grade: 2.1

Completed a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Economic History at the University of Zimbabwe (2.1) in 2015.

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