ACADEMIC YEAR COORDINATING OFFICER

Wabag Enga Province, Papua New Guinea
42 days ago

Description

The Coordinating Officer reports to the Foundation Director in all matters related to this programme and the Department. She/he provides academic leadership on Foundation pathway programmes, with the key role of managing, supporting, monitoring and appraising lecturers.

  • Ability to teach at least one of the following academic subjects: English, Economics, Accounting, Physics, Mathematics and Computing. Teaching takes place across a range of classes varying in intensity and class size and includes lectures, seminars and tutorials.
  • Ability to teach students from a variety of cultural backgrounds and at different English language levels.
  • Line manage and take responsibility for the performance of teaching staff.
  • Ability to assess effectiveness of teaching skills against student progress and performance.
  • Ability to work with key stakeholders across the University e.g. academic Departments, Tutors, admissions office, student progression staff.
  • Ability to work with key stakeholders across other functional areas of IUE such as marketing, finance, student services; may also be required to liaise with students, student’s parents, sponsors and other external stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Master Degree in an appropriate academic field required or other postgraduate qualification in relevant area with teaching qualification
  • At least three years of experience in a professorial capacity required; full time lecturer preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with individuals at all levels of the University.
  • Excellent teaching, presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Up-to-date    knowledge   and    awareness   of    units    - related         teaching methodologies.
  • Awareness of the cultural differences amongst learners and awareness of the needs of learners in the University context.
  • Self-motivated and ability to work independently.
  • A team player.
  • Versatility and flexibility to adapt the curriculum plan depending on the needs of the students.

Bonuses

NOT AVAILABLE NOW

Benefits

GRADE 15
IUE BASIC SALARY : K71, 360.00

Responsibilities

  • Line manage and take responsibility for the performance of teaching staff.
  • Take responsibility for classroom observations and feedback as directed by Director of the Foundation Year.
  • Oversee the digitalized production of assessed work (assignments/exams) and ensure the marking and collation of marks are completed against agreed deadlines.
  • Liaise with the appropriate contacts to ensure harmonization between English language Mathematics and other units’ specific content.
  • Assist the Director of the Foundation Year with the co-ordination of the modules in the programme.
  • Liaise with colleagues at University’s Faculties and Departments.
  • Assist with staff development and professional training as required.
  • Provide support in the development of units’ materials.
  • Ensure teaching and assessment quality and standards are set, maintained and reviewed.
 
 
  • Provide relevant support to all students.
  • Liaise and cooperate with all relevant staff within the University to enhance the teaching provision for students.
  • Liaise with the Vice President Academic Affairs to ensure all required information is provided in a timely manner.
  • Ensure the administrative e-work (digitalized) is completed including ensuring completion of student progress reports, assessment reports and attendance records.
  • Deputize for the Director of the Foundation Year when required.
  • Be a positive and cooperative team player with all staff at the Innovative University of Enga.
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