Administrative Officer / Academic Development Officer
Listing reference: ukzn_000426
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 18 October 2024
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Location: Newcastle
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Grade 10
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The College of Health Sciences invites you to apply for the Administrative Officer / Academic Development Officer (Grade 10) position on a 12 Months contract in Newcastle and Madadeni Hospitals (Decentralized Clinical Training) Reference Number: T/CHS08-2024
Job description
The incumbent of this post will be straddling two functions both of which involve providing support to the undergraduate and postgraduate students. Part of the duties will involve that of an Academic Development Officer (ADO) who is required to provide academic support to students from all schools especially with regard to academic development and student monitoring and support. The other part of the duties will involve teaching administration which will inter alia include administration of modules, assistance with examinations at hospital(s) and/or on campus (where relevant), providing support to students based at the relevant hospitals and providing a liaison service between the College, Schools and the hospitals.
Minimum requirements
- Matric/Grade 12/Senior Certificate
- A relevant undergraduate degree in Health sciences or Natural Sciences
- Three years relevant experience in Academic Development and Administration
- Proven computer literacy in MS Word, Excel
- Proven experience in the use of SMS or equivalent student mark management system
Essential Requirements:
- A high level of understanding of spoken and written communication in both English and isiZulu
- Knowledge of health-related disciplines
- Proven experience in assisting students and staff with teaching/learning issues
- Ability to work in a team as well as independently
- Ability to work with limited supervision AND
- Ability to use sound judgement and own initiative to resolve problems
- Familiarity with the academic monitoring programme of the University and the Schools AND
- Familiarity with the student support mechanisms in the University and the Schools
Preference will be given to People who reside in Newcastle and surrounding areas
The closing date for receipt of applications is 18 October 2024.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
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