Faculty Student Advisor - Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences

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FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

OFFICE OF THE DEAN, FACULTY STUDENT ADVISOR

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 8 (SIX-MONTH RENEWABLE CONTRACT POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences requires a Faculty Student Advisor to support, play and advisory role and develop support programmes for postgraduate students at the University of Pretoria. The incumbent should have a passion for a student-facing role at the University. The purpose of the job is, therefore, to provide support to all postgraduate students in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences to transition into and thrive at the University of Pretoria and to co-ordinate related activities.

The provision of comprehensive support throughout students university careers helps them to graduate and find meaningful employment in their chosen professions.

As a UP employee, the Faculty Student Advisor will report to the Deputy Dean: Research and Postgraduate Studies as well as to the Deputy Director: Academic Support and Development in the Department for Education Innovation.

Responsibilities

The incumbents key responsibilities will:

• Provide general student support to postgraduate students local and international;
• Provide support to the Deputy Dean: Teaching and Postgraduate Studies in all matters pertaining to Teaching and Postgraduate Studies;
• Advise students on module choices, study paths and associated career options;
• Provide academic advising services to postgraduate students in the Faculty through possible communication mediums such telephone, online platforms or chat applications;
• Track students performance and direct them to available academic assistance
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders;
• Liaise with and direct postgraduate students to support structures at the University such as finance, student support, residence and others;
• Liaise and support administrative personnel in the Faculty in terms of postgraduate bursaries;
• Create a data base to monitor registered postgraduate student numbers and postgraduate student progress;
• Co-ordinate activities during the orientation session for postgraduate students;
• Conduct and coordinate academic support-related workshops to invited students i.e.

Postgraduate Support Sessions that are offered over the course of the year;

• Assist and support academic staff with the Faculty Research Day a platform for postgraduate students to showcase their research;
• Work closely with staff in the Faculty to provide holistic support to students in need;
• Assist with the establishment of holistic student engagement and support in the Faculty; and
• Identify at risk students and prepare and conduct special sessions/tutorials for them and manage data on student interactions.

Minimum Requirements

• A Masters degree in Educational Psychology or Psychology or Social Work; and
• Three years experience as a tutor, mentor or advisor at a tertiary institution.

Required

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Empathy and passion for improving the wellbeing of others;
• Advanced level of skill in the use of Microsoft packages, Google Suite of applications and the internet, and a willingness;
• The ability to analyse data and to learn and use technological tools competently
• The ability to analyse quantitative data;
• A good understanding of the faculty curriculum;
• Advanced Ms Excel skills;
• Excellent time management skills;
• Basic understanding of Higher Education Systems;
• Ability to present workshops and conduct one-on-one interviews;
• Excellent facilitation skills;
• Ability to manage and follow through referred cases;
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills; and
• Available to keep office hours

Added Advantages And Preferences

• Two years career counselling experience; and
• Courses in Psychology/Educational Psychology in the undergraduate degree.

The total remuneration package for this package for this position is determined by UP guidelines.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

• A comprehensive CV;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact

CLOSING DATE: 01 March 2024

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Enquiries

ENQUIRIES: Ms Ziyanda Mashalaba, Email: ziyanda.mashalaba@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof K Barac, Email: karen.barac@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference will be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.