GOVERNMENT OF SAINT LUCIA

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, INNOVATION, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING

VACANCY NOTICE

The Ministry of Education, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Science, Technology and Vocational Training invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the office of Education Officer – Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET).

1. OFFICE IDENTIFICATION

Job Title:         Education Officer III – Technical Vocational Education Training

Department:         Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) Unit

Classification:         Grade 17

Reports to:         Chief Education Officer

Supervises:         Staff in the Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) Unit

2. RELATIONSHIPS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Works closely with TVET teachers, principals, TVET Council, TVET Teachers’ Association and private sector agencies on matters relevant to the implementation of delivery of TVET.
2. Co-ordinates Technical Vocational and Educational Training at the national level by managing the work of the TVET Unit.

3. Manages the establishment and continuous improvement of a Quality Assurance System for the certification of TVET.

3. DUTIES AND TASKS

1. Responds to requests from principals for assistance by providing advice and guidance on TVET curriculum in schools and other issues to ensure effective implementation and delivery of TVET in schools;

2. Works with and visits TVET agencies (schools, SALCC, NSDC, CARE, NELU and private) in the resolution of problems related to the development and implementation of TVET at the national level by providing the necessary guidance and direction;

3. Effects the activities planned by the TVET Council through processes that have been established in quality assurance, assessment and validation of standards to ensure a quality TVET system;

4. Maintains appropriate linkages with regional and international agencies for TVET (CANTA, CARICOM, UNESCO, ILO, CXC) by liaising with them and actively participating in work activities carried out within the region to enhance the development and delivery of appropriate TVET education;

5. Manages the work of staff members of the TVET Unit through monitoring and supervision to ensure that the objective of the Unit are met;

6. Organizes training programmes for teachers involved in the implementation of TVET curriculum through collaboration with external agencies and the Saint Lucia TVET Teachers’ Association to help strengthen teachers’ capacity to effectively deliver the TVET curriculum in schools;

7. Monitors the development and implementation of TVET curriculum by involving teachers with appropriate background and training in TVET to ensure relevance and appropriateness of the curriculum for use in the TVET system;

8. Advises on the instructional, staffing equipment and material needs of schools with respect to the TVET curriculum by liaising with principals, teachers and TVET department heads to provide instructional support;

9. Manages the establishment of a national framework for TVET by ensuring that the required resources are in place and in keeping with National TVET Policy and meet both regional and international standards;

10. Works with other relevant agencies in the conduct of periodic Labour Market Needs Analysis by consulting with external personnel and conducting surveys to provide current skills needs so as to guide the formulation of TVET programmes;

11. Advises on and assists the Ministry in the development of appropriate policy on governance structure by providing the relevant guidance and direction;

12. Works closely with TVET Teachers’ Association and TVET Council by actively participating in meetings, planning activities and work in session to provide support for the accomplishment of the objectives of the TVET Unit;

13. Provides support for planning improvement in student performance by providing feedback on examination results to ensure weaknesses are adequately addressed;

14. Encourages and facilitates business community involvement through participation in Industry Advisory Committees in order to ensure that training is relevant to the industry;

15. Liaises with the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College and other training institutions like NSDC, CARE and NRDF on matters pertaining to TVET in the school system; in particular, to ensure that there is adequate articulation or programmes between schools and other training institutions;

16. Co-ordinates annual performance reviews of schools within the District through dialogue with principals and staff and submits reports to the Chief Education Officer for informed decision making;

17. Performs any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

4. CONDITIONS

1. Accommodation provided in a general administrative office;

2. The processes of the Unit will be carried out on the basis of team work. The officer will be expected to be an active team member who understands all the processes of the TVET  Unit;

3. The officer will be required to maintain a high level of integrity, confidentiality, honesty and trust at all times;

4. The officer will be required to maintain a motor vehicle to function in a scheduled travelling post and is expected to be in the field at all times;

5. The officer will receive a travelling allowance in accordance with the approved rates established by the Government of Saint Lucia;

6. The officer is required to visit and liaise with schools and relevant TVET agencies throughout the island;

7. The officer will be required to conduct audits/assessments at job sites;

8. Salary will be paid in accordance with the terms stipulated by the Government in the Estimates of Expenditure or Collective Agreement and is liable to taxation in accordance with the Income Tax Ordinance;

9. Institutional support will be provided through appropriate Civil Service and Teaching Service Regulations, Statutory Instrument and Department Guidelines;

10. Vacation Leave will be provided in accordance with existing rules and regulations governing the Public Service;

11. Housing, free medical attention and medicine will not be provided.

5. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. A progressive attitude and professional demeanour;

2. Sound decision making skills including analytic and problem solving skills;

3. Sound leadership managerial and supervisory skills;

4. Thorough knowledge of the TVET environment: national and regional;

5. Sound knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures contained in the Ministry’s Operation Manual;

6. Ability to maintain a high standard of ethics, honesty and integrity and exercise good judgement in carrying out the goals and objectives of the Unit;

7. Ability to exercise sound judgement in adopting appropriate solutions;

8. Ability to effectively manage and supervise the budget and activities/programmes of the TVET Unit;

9. Ability to motivate, counsel and mentor staff;

10. Ability to establish and maintain effective linkages with both internal and external customers;
11. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

6. EVALUATION METHOD

Work performance will be evaluated on the basis of:

1. Impact of training programmes designed and implemented;

2. Quality of advice given in instituting a comprehensive TVET programme in schools and in the resolution of problems related to the development and implementation of TVET at the national level;

3. Quality of audits/assessments conducted at job sites;

4. Effectiveness and quality of supervision and monitoring provided in the development and implementation of the TVET Curriculum;

5. Capability to maintain appropriate linkages with regional and international agencies for TVET;

6. Capability to maintain quality assurance within the TVET Certification System;

7. Timely completion and quality of reports generated;

8. Working knowledge, understanding, and effective application of Civil Service Rules and Regulations;

9. Compliance with departmental, Ministry’s guidelines and standard operating procedures;

10. Effective implementation of duties, responsibilities and assignments as defined in the Job Description.

7. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

The candidates should possess one of the following:

• A Master’s Degree in Technical Vocational Education, plus Certificate/Diploma in Education, plus five (5) years experience in Administration or five (5) years as Principal II;

OR

• A Master’s Degree in Technical Vocational Education or related field, plus five (5) years experience in Administration or seven (7) years as Principal II;

OR

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Vocational Education, plus a Post Graduate Diploma, plus five (5) years experience in Administration or ten (10) years as Principal II;

Proficient in the use of Information Communication Technologies (ICT) integration for instructions learning.

8. SALARY

Salary is at a rate of EC$75,761.98 per annum (Grade 17, Step 1).

9. GENERAL

Quarters, free medical attention and medicine will not be provided.  The successful applicant’s income will be liable to taxation in accordance with the Income Tax Act Chapter 15.02.

Applications MUST be accompanied by verified copies of ALL certificates and transcripts from the relevant institutions. Two confidential testimonials are required – one of which should be from the former/current Education Officer for the District. For applicants outside of the school system, testimonials should be from immediate supervisors.

Please note that:

1. performance and punctuality will be used as part of the criteria for selection of persons already in the Education System;

2. the successful applicant may be given an acting appointment for up to twelve (12) months; and

3. applicants are required to indicate administrative positions held and experience gained.

10. HOW TO APPLY

Applications on the prescribed forms should be addressed to:

The Secretary

Teaching Service Commission

Stanislaus James Buildings

The Waterfront

CASTRIES

Completed application forms should reach the Secretary, Teaching Service Commission by August 11, 2022.

Application Forms can be obtained from the Office of the Teaching Service Commission, Ground Floor, Sir Stanislaus James Building, The Waterfront, Castries or http://www.govt.lc/media.govt.lc/www/resources/forms/saint-lucia-teaching-service-application-form.pdf

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, INNOVATION, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING