Disability Right unit: Coordinator (P001091) - (Previous applicants who applied should not apply)
Listing reference: nwu_000459
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 19 February 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Other: Health, Fitness, Medical and Optometry
Location: South Africa
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market related
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: STUDENT LIFE
POSITION NUMBER: P001091
VACANCY: DISABILITY RIGHTS UNIT: COORDINATOR
PEROMNES GRADE: 09
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT WITH BENEFITS
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Management and coordinating of the disability rights units
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Management, Coordination, Networking and Liaison
- Manage the Disability Rights Unit (DRU) of the Potchefstroom Campus (PC), including the DRU finances (funding sourcing, funding allocations and budgeting).
- Responsible for the sourcing, building, liaising, and networking with new and current stakeholders within and outside the NWU to establish strong support and advisory platforms to aid the development of structures that support students with special needs.
Student Support and - Experience
- Liaison and coordination of support between students and necessary stakeholders e.g., Lecturers, Timetables and Assessment department, Bursary office, Faculty Administrators, etc.
- Responsible for the sourcing, training and coordination of DRU invigilators, Scribes, Readers and Amanuensi.
Concessions
- Coordination of concession procedures for PC and UODL students. Concession administration, queries, and communication.
- Standing member of the concession panel.
- Evaluate and give professional feedback to panel on specific requirements and or conditions of students living with disabilities.
Social Awareness and Education
- Create awareness and promote sensitivity and etiquette around students living with disabilities.
- Development and presentation of pro-active workshops, trainings and psycho-educative interventions that will aid and promote understanding within the community of students living with disabilities.
Counselling and Development
- Rendering basic counselling and emotional support services to student’s in-person and via various online platforms.
Promotion of Accessibility, Accommodation, and Inclusivity
- Involvement with the Infrastructure Department for advice and updates regarding the improvement of infrastructure and promotion of accessibility and inclusivity.
- Provision of accessibility aids and support as required.
Professional development
- Adhere to the regulatory body (HPCSA / SACSSP) required continued professional development regulations.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Baccalareus in social science (NQF 8).
- Active and valid registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker is required (Note NO Auxiliary Social Workers).
- Two (2) years proven experience in working with people with special needs and/or disabilities is essential.
- One (1) year experience in counselling is essential.
- One (1) Year experience in coordination of volunteers and/or projects is desirable.
- One (1) year experience in development and presentation of psycho-education is essential.
- One (1) year experience financial decision making and budget management is essential.
- One (1) year experience fundraising and sourcing of grants, bursaries and supportive devices is essential.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Knowledge about psycho-social development, requirements and interventions in young adults or students
- Appropriate knowledge in counselling and emotional support according to SACSSP ethical guidelines
- Appropriate knowledge in assisting people living with disabilities and/or special needs.
- Computer Literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Knowledgeable in use of social media and online/cloud platforms (Google Drive).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Have the ability in making, communicating, and recording professional decisions.
- Have good administration and report writing skills.
- Be proficient in telephonic, online, and in-person communication.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Marelize Van Der Merwe (018 299 2897)
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Karabelo.Motsepe@nwu.ac.za
CLOSING DATE: 18 February 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: ASAP
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
