Principal Officer, Assessment and Examination at Reputable Institution

A reputable public service organization invites applications from eligible individuals for the following position: Principal Officer, Assessment and Examination



Job Purpose



• To provide technical and operational support in assessment and examination for the achievement of the mandate of the organization



Duties and Responsibilities



• Provides input for the formulation of policies of the organization

• Supervises the collation of data for the development of standards, guidelines, processes and procedures for the conduct of licensure examination

• Facilitates the setting and moderation of examination questions and assessment criteria

• Supervises the printing and transportation of the examination materials

• Facilitates the marking of examination scripts and publication of results

• Facilitates the effective and efficient management of assessment and examination resources

• Facilitates the maintenance of security for examination materials and facilities

• Supervises the collation of data for the timely publication of licensure assessment and examination results

• Collaborates closely with officers, departments and other stakeholders in the implementation of programmes and activities of the department

• Supervises the collation of data for the development of annual work plans for the department

• Supervises the collation of data for the preparation of annual budgets and work plans of the department

• Supervises the collation of data for the preparation of annual and other periodic report of the department

• Supervises the implement of performance management policy in the department



Qualification Required & Experience



• A minimum a Master's Degree in Education or any related field from an accredited tertiary institution

• A minimum of 6 years post qualification relevant work experience in a reputable institution, 2 years of which must be in a management position

• Must pass a competitive selection interview



Competencies



• Very good leadership, networking, monitoring and management skills

• Very good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

• Extensive knowledge and experience in assessment and exminations

• High integrity and confidentiality

• Excellent moral and ethical conduct

• Good negotiating, lobbying, diplomacy and conflict management

• Excellent qualitative, quantitative and analytical skills

• Very good capacity to inspire and motivate

• Extensive knowledge in education sector and related fields

• Good knowledge of public financial management laws and regulations

• Knowledge in relevant IT applications



Location: Accra



How To Apply For The Job



All applications should be sent to: careeropportunity6021@gmail.com



Applicants should attach the following:



• Certificates from bachelor's degree upwards

• Curriculum vitae (CV) with contact information of three referees

• Any other relevant document



Closing Date: 05 November, 2024