VACANCY: SUPPORT COORDINATOR – STUDENT AFFAIRS

Description:

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Position: Support Coordinator: Student Affairs

Location: Wellington, Main Campus
Reports to: The Rector

Huguenot College, a private higher education institution in Wellington, offers post-school training in Social Work, Theology and Church Ministry, and Social Innovation. The College is inviting applications for a Support Coordinator: Student Affairs.

Job Summary:
The Student Support Coordinator ensures that students receive holistic support to enjoy a fulfilling, successful learning experience. Responsibilities include academic assistance, mentorship, wellness support, and administrative guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement student support programmes (academic, wellness, mentorship).

• Identify and support students at risk, working with lecturers and counsellors.

• Facilitate access to counselling and psychosocial services.

• Coordinate orientation and workshops (adjustment, time management, study skills).

• Monitor student progress through surveys and feedback tools.

• Assist with registration, financial aid, and academic appeals.

• Build collaboration with academic staff and external service providers.

• Organise student engagement activities (events, forums, leadership).

• Maintain accurate records of support provided; report to management.

• Evaluate support services and suggest improvements.

  Core Areas:

  1. Support Services Strategy: Design and monitor integrated support programmes.

  2. Early Intervention: Develop tools to identify and assist students in need.

  3. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal staff and external providers.

  4. Student Orientation: Lead sessions and skills development opportunities.

  5. Monitoring: Track academic and emotional progress; offer tailored support.

  6. Student Engagement: Foster a sense of belonging and inclusion.

  7. Admin & Reporting: Keep detailed records; report to committees and leadership.

  8. Inclusive Support Culture: Ensure accessible, sensitive support to all students.

     Minimum Requirements:

     • Bachelor’s in Social Work, Master’s in Counselling Psychology, MTh in Clinical Pastoral Care, or Youth Work.

     • Counselling and interpersonal skills.

     • Understanding of HR processes.

     • Computer literacy (MS Office).

     • Advantageous: Experience in mentorship and wellness initiatives.

       Personal Attributes:

       • Professional, impartial, and discreet.

       • Strong networking and problem-solving skills.

       • Conflict resolution abilities.

       • Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage high workloads.

       • Available after hours if needed.

         Experience:
         Minimum 5 years in student or staff support roles.

         Start Date:
         1 June 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

         Application:
         Only email applications accepted. Send applications/enquiries to Mrs Payne at hr@hugenote.ac.za.