Academic Success Coach - Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences

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FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

OFFICE OF THE DEAN, ACADEMIC SUCCESS COACH

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 an Academic Success Coach to support, play and advisory role and develop support programmes for undergraduate students at the University of Pretoria. The incumbent should have a passion for a student-facing role at the University.

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 Academic Success Coach will report to the Deputy Dean: Teaching and Learning as well as to the Manager: Academic Advising in the Department for Education Innovation.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for providing support to students especially those at risk of failing, in order for such students to succeed. These students progress will be monitored and reported on. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Academic advising (including but not limited to) participating in the orientation of new students, advising on curriculum changes/module changes/drops/adds and withdrawals;
• Supporting students identified as being at risk of not succeeding;
• Directing students with problems such as financial and psychological to the relevant support services;
• Tracking students performance and directing them to the academic assistance available;
• Managing and maintaining data on student interactions;
• Maintaining an advisory file on each advisee; and
• Participating in projects from time to time as delegated by management.

Minimum Requirements

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

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Empathy and passion for improving the well-being 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

• A Masters degree in Educational Psychology or Psychology or Social Work
• 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: 26 February 2025

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 T Steyn, Email: theuns.steyn@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2025, 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.