CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The core purpose of the post is to develop a high-impact connection with a diverse student body on their journey through university, by actively and intentionally engaging them in developing a personalized success plan through goal-directed and collaborative learning experiences.  Student success coaching helps create a sense of belonging and student ownership that aims to increase retention, persistence and graduation, enabling students to change their world.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Development and Coordination of tailored Student Success, Coaching and Mentorship programs for Medical and Health Science students
2. Student Success coaching and learning development on an individual and group platform for Medical and Health Science students
3. Co-ordination of the first-year experience for Medical and Health Science students
4. Internal and external collaboration and communication with relevant stakeholders
5. Case Management and administration systems that ensure quality and ethical standards
6. Policy and procedure development and implementation to facilitate the student success program
7. Contribution to Research in a relevant field within Health Sciences

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Knowledge of coaching, instructional and mentoring in a university environment
2. Knowledge of higher education trends, both nationally and internationally, with a focus on student success and student development
3. Knowledge of student and learning development and theories as well as student success strategies
4. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, academics, professional and administrative staff members
5. Knowledge of processes and resources for organizing and leading group and collaborative activities
6. Experience in individual case management for at-risk students in order to track their counselling and development progress, which is embedded in ethical and professional practices
7. Knowledge of university processes, rules and resources and national legislation related to higher education
8. Critical thinking, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
9. Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community
10. Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
11. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
12. Sound presentation and information-dissemination skills
13. Proven Organisational, technological and administrative skills
14. Proven Research knowledge and data analysis skills

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

M +4 degree in Counselling or Educational Psychology, Social work, or equivalent.

Registration

Professional registration with the HPCSA or applicable professional body

Experience

3 – 5 years’ experience at university level in student coaching, advising and teaching of diverse university students related to enhancing academic success and retention in a higher education/university setting

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Please note that no late applications will be accepted

Notes for candidates

Candidates must provide a cover letter indicating exactly how their skills match the post requirements, and provide a CV, certified copies of their qualifications, current HPCSA registration and a valid Driver’s License. 

Candidates will be required to give a 5-minute presentation on Student Success Coaching for the future in the context of Health Sciences

Disclaimer:

  No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (26 February  2021).  

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc. must be displayed on CV.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover page on which applicants explain how they meet the requirements of the post.