Wabag Enga Province, Papua New Guinea

Description

The Coordinator for Student Services and Experiences, under the guidance of the Director of Student Life, Engagement, and Leadership Department and the Vice President for Student Administrative Services ensures high quality instruction, equitable access and learning opportunities for all students. The Coordinator for of Student Services, in collaboration with Deans for Female and Male students, is responsible for the implementation and development of the University equitable, multi-level system of supports framework across the University and provides knowledge, guidance, and support to braid academic, social and emotional, and behavioral systems at the universal, selective, and intensive levels to increase student achievement for all students. The responsibilities under this position include, student safety and well-being, attendance procedures, discipline procedures, University counselor, pastoral team, University nurses and alternative education. In addition, this position ensures compliance with all laws, policies, codes and regulations related to Student Services. The Coordinator for of Student Services will evaluate assigned personnel as needed and perform other related work as required.

Requirements

Required qualifications to effectively perform the job at the time of hire. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements and/or substitutions may be requested and require the approval of the Vice President for Student Administrative Services.


  • Master’s Degree in Education, Educational Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of five years’ experience working directly with students.
  • Three or more years of teaching experiences.
  • Previous University level experiences.
  • Experience with behavioural or social and emotional programs.
  • Bicultural skills.
  • Knowledge of organizational systems, the role of public education in the Papua New Guinea, racial equity, social justice, culturally relevant instruction/practices, and special education laws and practices.
  • Ability to collaborate with families and community members of diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
  • Ability to manage personnel and programs.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Knowledge of curriculum and research-based programming.
  • Knowledge of IUE and PNG education laws/regulations and policies.
  • Ability to make independent judgments.
  • Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines.

Bonuses

Not Available Now.

Benefits

Grade 17
IUE BASIC SALARY : K104 , 115 . 00

Responsibilities

  • Provides leadership and vision to ensure compliance in matters relating to student code of conduct, alternative education, student’s welfare and attendance, guidance services, and University safety.
  • Collaborates with University staff, families, and the community in developing and implementing services and/or programs.
  • Plans, implements, and evaluates educational programming in order to ensure continuous non-academic program improvement for the benefit of all students.
  • Incorporates policies and procedures in accordance with laws and regulations.
  • Guides, directs, and participates in serious discipline processes, including student suspensions and expulsions.
  • Ensures that all practices in the University are legal and ethical for each student/family so that each student has the opportunity to achieve at a high level and be prepared for life success.
  • Manages fiscal resources from the University Fund and State grants; prepares budgets and directs spending; and monitors maintenance for the purpose of fiscal efficiency in providing required services.
  • Supervises and evaluates students’ services staff.
  • Develops and updates the non-academic program catalogue.
  • Provides direction, coordination, and guidance to the Deans of Female and Male’s counselling services and outside contracted services, as needed.
  • Organizes and conducts training opportunities for staff under her his supervision.
 
 
  • Coordinates the work of all University based mental health professionals in the University.
  • Actively participates in the IUE Pastoral Care Team, as required
  • Prepares documentation and reports data to the Vice President Students and Administrative Affairs for the purpose of providing written support, conveying information, and complying with State and University regulations.
  • Writes policies for student’s services as required to ensure program consistency and compliance with University regulations.
  • Attends Students Code of Conduct Board Hearing and any other Education Meetings as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Life, Engagement, and Leadership.