VACANT POST NOTICE
DEAN- AGRICULTURE & HOSPITALITY
ABOUT THE SIR ARTHUR LEWIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, the premier tertiary learning institution in Saint Lucia and the Eastern Caribbean, was established in 1985 and named after the world-famous economist and Nobel Laureate, Sir William Arthur Lewis. The College, which is currently in transition to University status, offers a wide range of cutting-edge and globally relevant academic and technical programmes from Bachelor’s and Associate degrees to TVET and Executive and Leadership training. Our programmes are undergirded by three main pillars: Sustainability, Innovation and Entrepreneurship. These goals are in keeping with the Government of Saint Lucia’s commitment to the implementation of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals.
The College has two campuses (Main Campus at Morne Fortune, Castries and South Campus in Vieux Fort) and an Experimental Farm in Dennery. The College is governed by a Board of Governors and a Management Team led by the Principal/President and Vice Principals. The Management Team includes Deans and Programme Heads that manage the day-to-day operations of the institution, its 130 faculty members and 165 supporting staff members.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill in the following position at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC):
DEAN- AGRICULTURE & HOSPITALITY
JOB SUMMARY
The Dean is the leader and administrative head responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the Unit. The Dean helps develop strategic initiatives and participates in long-term planning and policy setting.
As a member of the College’s senior management team, the Dean provides administrative leadership in curriculum development, instructional assessment, and improvement. The Dean will have ultimate responsibility for the management and direction of all current programs. The Dean also provides administrative services and technical assistance to staff and other stakeholders.
The Dean is expected to establish and maintain a collegial work climate, cooperatively lead the academic unit towards improved productivity and relevance, and ensure the academic integrity and curricular coherence of all programs embraced within it.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
1. Ph.D., Ed.D., in Educational Leadership or
Administration
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2. Master’s Degree in a relevant field such as Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or
Educational Leadership
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BSc in Agriculture, Hospitality or Tourism.
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At least five years of experience in higher education administration or related field. Experience in academic administration, preferably in a leadership role such as Head of Department-related field.
SKILLS AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED
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Knowledge of current trends and best practices in Hospitality and Agriculture
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Strong organisational and problemsolving skills
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Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks
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Strong leadership skills
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Strong communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders.
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A strong record of engagement and collaboration with industry and outreach in the field.
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Dedication to promoting and fostering innovation in teaching and maintaining academic excellence.
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Experience in building relationships with industry partners, government agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders
CORE FUNCTIONS AND MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership and Administrative Duties
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Coordinating the development of and implementing the college’s Vision and
Goals Statement;
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Leading College efforts toward achieving University goals;
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Assist in the development of a college budget;
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Managing the fiscal affairs for the academic Unit ;
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Providing leadership to enhance existing programs and develop new programs that are responsive to students' needs, including adult students
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Works collaboratively with other educators to integrate educational initiatives and resources
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Maintaining and developing productive relationships with the Ministry of Agriculture, other regional government agencies, and professional organizations and associations
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Managing the day to day operations of the academic unit, such as: creating and managing course schedules for faculty; holding regular unit meetings; mentoring new faculty; recruiting and supervising part time faculty; advising students.
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Leading, and coordinating college strategic planning and curriculum development;
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Supervising, evaluating, and supporting programmes that promote excellence in instruction, scholarly and creative productivity.
Personnel Duties
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To create and maintain a personnel data base regarding the employment and performance of all persons within the academic unit.
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To provide annual written performance appraisals for faculty and staff in keeping
with the College’s Rules and Regulations
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To engage career counseling of faculty and staff which maintain morale, reward and foster competence and effort, and deal effectively with problems and issues which decrease faculty and staff performance.
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To make recommendations on all personnel actions, such as appointment, reappointment, promotions, leave, involuntary
dismissal, transfers, resignations
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To serve as the mediator in resolving problems arising among faculty.
Instructional Duties
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To ensure scope and coverage of the curriculum, working towards full
utilization of faculty expertise in its delivery.
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To work cooperatively with the administration and faculty to develop
relevant programmes/degrees
Student Duties
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To ensure accurate and timely academic advising is provided to all students in their respective majors.
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To ensure that a system of student observation and faculty evaluation occurs systematically, fairly and regularly.
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To establish a formal and informal communication network so that student feedback occurs on significant issues in the academic unit.
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To improve student recruitment and retention within the unit.
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To perform such other duties as may be delegated or assigned by appropriate Campus Administration
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested, eligible candidates are invited to apply by completing the prescribed forms (forms are available on the College’s website at https://salcc.edu.lc/vacancies/ or can be collected in the HR Office, Main Campus). Applications should include a curriculum vitae, verified copies of relevant certificates and qualifications, grade transcript of relevant certificates and at least two letters of reference confirming the required experience, skills and disposition of the applicant.
Applications can be submitted in one of two ways:
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via the following email address recruitment@salcc.edu.lc. Kindly submit all documents as one pdf file saved as your name.
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The Office of the Human Resources at the Main Campus.
Completed applications must be submitted by July 04, 2024
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
The appointment will be on a two- (2) year contract, with the possibility of renewal based on the College’s needs and performance.
The salary will be determined by the applicant's qualifications and in accordance with the salary scales approved by the College.
Quarters, transportation to and from work, free medical attention and medicines will not be provided. The successful applicant’s income will be liable to taxation in accordance with the local Income Tax Ordinance.
ONLY SUITABLE APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
The Human Resource Manager Sir Arthur Lewis Community College Tel.: 758-457-7312
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