First-Year Success Practitioner

1 month ago


Gqeberha, South Africa Adzuna ZA B C2 Full time
CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The purpose of this post is to collaborate with the First Year Success Coordinator in the execution of appropriate and effective institution-wide First Year Success Programmes in order to facilitate a smooth transition of new students into the academic and social culture of the University as directed and in accordance with the mission of the Nelson Mandela University

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
  • To co-promote and implement an appropriate and effective First Year Success Programme for new students across the University;
  • To facilitate training programmes for First Year Success Leaders;
  • To recruit, interview and select new and senior students from each programme in each Faculty as First Year success Buddies
  • To liaise with First Year Success Leaders and First Year students;
  • To manage and update information on the First Year Success digital platforms;
  • To perform administrative functions for the First Year Success programme included but not limited to
  • Finance Administration
  • Marketing and Communication Administration
  • Office Administration

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • An understanding of and experience in First Year Success programmes and services with regard to student access, retention and throughput principles and best practice;
  • An understanding of the developmental resource needs of students and staff;
  • Have proven coordination and liaison skills;
  • Possess strong facilitation skills;
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills;
  • Have proven information and digital competencies;
  • Have proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork.
  • Administration and Office management skills
  • Good interpersonal skill
REQUIREMENTS

In order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates should have complied with the following requirements:

  • M+3 or equivalent qualification in the field of social sciences, marketing or public relations
  • Have at least 2-3 years of relevant experience in which the above competences have been gained.

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 13 September 2024.



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