Diversity & Inclusion Officer: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme (3-year Renewable Contract)
3 weeks ago
**UP Professional and Support**:
- DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION INNOVATION
- MASTERCARD FOUNDATION SCHOLARS PROGRAMME
- POST TITLE: DIVERSITY & INCLUSION OFFICER (3-year renewable contract)
- PEROMNES POST LEVEL: 010- 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._
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives within the Scholars Program;
- Provide administrative support for diversity-related events, workshops, and training sessions;
- Assisting in coordinating with various departments to ensure diversity and inclusion principles are integrated into their practices;
- Providing guidance and support through communication and engagement with scholars to address their unique needs and challenges;
- Collaborating with university departments, student organisations, and external partners to promote the inclusion of underrepresented groups;
- Engaging with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program team and other Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program partners to gather feedback and insights on diversity and inclusion matters;
- Collecting and analyzing data to prepare reports and presentations on program activities, progress, and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders;
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of diversity and inclusion initiatives.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Education, Human Resources, or a related field;
- At least two years experience in:
- working with bursaries at tertiary institutions;
- working with international students across Africa;
- rendering diversity and inclusion support to students and staff;
- working with underrepresented or marginalized groups;
- working with organisations involved in inclusive education
- A valid drivers’ licence.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software;
- Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices;
- Organizational and time management skills;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
- Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion;
- Empathy and cultural sensitivity;
- Initiative and problem-solving abilities;
- Flexibility and adaptability.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- A Master’s degree in a relevant field;
- At least four years’ experience in a diversity and inclusion position and/or experience in an international office at a tertiary institution.
- The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- CLOSING DATE: 15 March 2025
- The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity._- The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions._
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