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Department of Education, Innovation and Vocational Training
VACANCY NOTICE
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the post of PROGRAMME DIRECTOR, Department of Education, Innovation and Vocational Training (Secondary Education).
RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATIONSHIPS
- To provide leadership in the administration of academic and sporting programmes; oversee curriculum design; and develop and implement sports performance training and recruitment drives, for the identification, selection and development of skilled and competitive student-athletes, and to foster effective and efficient operations.
- To manage assigned staff and resources to ensure work programmes are implemented in accordance with legislative and operational requirements and established labour practices.
- Responds to the Chief Education Officer and liaises with the Curriculum and Materials Development Unit (CAMDU), national federations and sporting associations, principals, community clubs, International Federation of Football Association (FIFA), World Athletics and affiliates, Saint Lucia Olympic Committee, universities and colleges and other key stakeholders on matters relating to work in progress.
DUTIES AND TASKS
- Directs the operations of the Sports Academy by leading sports management and marketing programmes; overseeing academic instructions, athletic training, coaching and performance management; and the implementation of sporting and academic initiatives, to enable the teaching and training of athletes for progression to collegiate, amateur or professional levels, in compliance with educational policies and legislative requirements.
- Prepares the work programme for the Academy in line with the Department’s strategic objectives, through strategic planning, consultation with stakeholders and team members and review of key evidence-based reports/documentation, to enable the determination of targets, milestones and deadlines.
- Leads and manages assigned staff through target setting, continuous dialogue, mentoring, coaching, assessment of staff performance, identifying training needs and gaps, and managing leave, to ensure effective performance management and promote employee wellbeing.
- Develops and conducts assessments of learning and training needs by administering pre-approved tests, conducting interviews and surveys, and consulting with stakeholders, to provide recommendations for effective curriculum development that foster positive learning outcomes towards the attainment of educational goals.
- Oversees and participates in the design and implementation of training programmes through the preparation of sport-specific training, fitness courses and schedules of activities, for optimisation of talent development and enhancement of athleticism in compliance with local, regional and international sporting federation requirements.
- Designs curricula for sports courses through the formulation of objectives, planning and conceptualising activities, research and analysis, content and method selection and evaluating and reviewing best practices, in collaboration with the Curriculum and Materials Development Unit (CAMDU), to enable a structure for delivering quality education and identifying measurable learning outcomes.
- Creates awareness of the Academy and the contributions of sponsors and donors by developing public relations programmes, strategies and campaigns, and designing, implementing and coordinating an annual calendar of activities for national outreach initiatives, to increase support for sporting initiatives and foster stakeholder engagement.
- Directs and participates in the recruitment and selection of athletes through the development, implementation and review of policies and procedures for talent identification and attending sporting events at educational institutions and of national sporting federations, to scout and attract student-athletes that meet the entry requirements of the academy.
- Develops and maintains a calendar of sporting events by obtaining an event list from national federations and scheduling interscholastic, national federation and internal activities, for the participation and assessment of student-athletes at sporting activities, to determine competency for regional and international competition.
- Participates in the performance assessment and identification of intervention programs for student-athletes by assessing reports on subject level performance in collaboration with academic and coaching staff, assessing performance reports and identifying subject matter experts, to make recommendations and identify solutions that support the enhancement of academic and sporting outcomes.
- Supports the sourcing of funding from donor agencies in accordance with established procedures, to increase access to funding for the implementation and sustainability of programme initiatives.
- Develops and updates standard operating procedures by undertaking research and analysis, creating processes in line with best practices and collaborating with stakeholders, to provide instructions and guidance for uniformity in the conduct of operational activities.
- Develops, implements and maintains physical development tracking systems for athletes by collecting, recording, and collating data; and presenting statistical information of achievements, to permit effective monitoring and evaluation and the implementation of performance improvement programmes.
- Establishes and administers an inventory control system by developing an asset register, monitoring stock levels and developing an issues log, to ensure the availability of resources for seamless operations and accountability.
- Oversees the procurement of goods and services by undertaking market research, assessing supplier documents and requisitions and facilitating the processing of payments, to ensure efficiency in operations in compliance with the Public Finance Management Act, 2020.
- Reviews ongoing programmes by undertaking assessments of coaching and sporting programmes of activities and student performance, to enable the preparation of reports with recommendations and solutions for improvements.
- Assists with the development of the annual budget and coordination of the budgetary process of the Sports Academy by assessing programme initiatives, to establish strategic linkages, conducting research and analyses and participating in budget planning meetings, to ensure availability of funds for programme implementation, in alignment with strategic objectives.
- Represents the Sports Academy on committees, conferences and meetings at the local, regional and international levels to articulate government’s policy position and foster networking and alliances.
- Establishes quality assurance standards and guidelines including monitoring mechanisms for responding to and resolving inquiries and/or complaints from internal and external customers and ensuring the maintenance of an issues log so that excellent service delivery and customer satisfaction are maintained.
- Establishes linkages with relevant stakeholders through collaboration and networking at the local, regional and international levels, to enable information sharing, knowledge transfer and the identification of requisite resources to fulfil the mandate of the Department.
- Ensures the development, implementation, and maintenance of proficient records management systems in accordance with standard operating procedures, to ensure the retention and accessibility of data that serve the information needs of stakeholders, enable reporting obligations and promote accountability and transparency.
- Prepares status reports on the work programme of the Department, in accordance with standard operating procedures, to allow for a review of set targets and objectives, facilitate decision-making and promote accountability.
- Performs any other job-related duties as may be assigned.
CONDITIONS
- Congenial accommodation is provided within a general administrative office.
- Institutional support is provided through the Constitution of Saint Lucia, civil service rules and regulations, collective agreements, standard operating procedures, Occupational Safety and Health, Part 4 of the Labour Act, Cap 16.04, Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, Public Finance Management Act, 2020, Education Act, 1999 and any other relevant policy documents.
- Opportunities exist for personal development through established orientation and training programmes, as outlined in the Training and Development Policy for the Saint Lucia Public Service.
- May be required to work beyond the normal working hours.
- Required to remain current on practices and developments in sports management and education administration.
- Required to demonstrate political acuity.
- Required to maintain integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in the conduct of duties.
- Required to be punctual and present for work, meetings and other official appointments and activities.
- May be required to travel regionally and internationally in the conduct of duties.
- Salary and benefits are in accordance with that stipulated in the terms and conditions of employment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Expert knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply theories and practices of sports management and education administration.
- Advanced knowledge of the structure of the public and teaching service and ability to interpret and apply its administrative policies and procedures.
- Advanced knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply current and emerging trends in the various sporting disciplines, coaching methodologies and matriculation standards, benchmarks and requirements for entry into college programs and universities.
- Advanced knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, Occupational Safety and Health, Part 4 of the Labour
Act, Cap 16.04, Public Finance Management Act, 2020, Education Act, 1999, collective agreements, civil service rules and regulations, standard operating procedures and any other relevant policy documents.
- Expert leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate employees.
- Expert interpersonal skills and consistently demonstrates emotional intelligence.
- Expert oral and written communication, listening and presentation skills.
- Expert negotiation and mediation skills.
- Advanced analytical and conceptualisation skills.
- Advanced organisational and project management skills.
- Intermediate computer literacy skills; with the ability to manipulate software applications such as word processing, databases, spreadsheets, presentation programmes and asset registry.
- Ability to formulate policies, prepare briefs, budget proposals and grant funding documents.
- Ability to effectively develop and maintain working relationships with team members and other stakeholders.
- Ability to manage time, meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
- Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in the execution of duties.
- Intellectually acute, visionary and innovative.
- Ability to adapt to organisational change.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to interpret and apply theories and practices of sports management and education administration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the public and teaching service and ability to interpret and apply its administrative policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply current and emerging trends in the various sporting disciplines and coaching methodologies and matriculation standards, benchmarks and requirements for entry into college programs and universities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, Occupational Safety and Health, Part 4 of the Labour Act, Cap 16.04, Public Finance Management Act, 2020, Education Act, 1999, collective agreements, civil service rules and regulations, standard operating procedures and any other relevant policy documents.
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
- Demonstrated effectiveness of oral and written communication, listening and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated negotiation and mediation skills.
- Demonstrated analytical and conceptualisation skills.
- Demonstrated organisational and project management skills.
- Demonstrated computer literacy skills.
- Demonstrate ability to formulate policies, prepare briefs, budget proposals and grant funding documents.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively develop and maintain working relationships with team members and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time, meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in the conduct of duties.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and judgment in the execution of duties.
- Demonstrated intellectual acuity and ability to be visionary and innovative.
- Demonstrated ability to complete assignments and tasks as defined by performance targets.
- Demonstrated political acuity.
- Demonstrated ability to remain current on practices and developments in sports management and education administration.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and submit reports that meet established standards.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to organisational change.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Master’s Degree in Sports Administration, Physical Education, Education Administration or related field of study, plus two (2) years’ experience in a post at Grade 12 or above; or two (2) years’ relevant professional experience; OR
- Master’s Degree in Sports Administration, Physical Education, Education Administration or related field of study plus four (4) years’ experience in a post at Grade 10; or four (4) years’ relevant professional experience; OR
- Bachelor’s Degree plus Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Administration, Physical Education, Education Administration or related field of study, plus three (3) years’ experience in a post at Grade 12; or three (3) years’ relevant professional experience; OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Administration, Physical Education, Education Administration or related field of study, plus four (4) years’ experience at Grade 12; or four (4) years’ relevant professional experience.
SALARY
Salary is at the rate of EC $73,901.16 per annum (Grade 16 Step 1).
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be made on the prescribed Government of Saint Lucia Employment Application Form and should be accompanied by certified copies of documents pertaining to qualifications, two (2) recent references and one (1) passport sized photograph along with other specified requirements.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary
Public Service Commission
Sir Stanislaus James Building
The Waterfront
Castries, St. Lucia
Applications should reach the address no later than Friday, June 14, 2024.
Only suitable candidates will be acknowledged.
Please be advised that only the candidates with the best qualifications and experience will be short listed for interviews. Therefore, candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and experience may not be considered for an interview.
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