Job Description

Department Of Education

Designation : ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (Code- EDU23-00646)

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1.PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.1 Provide assistance on professional and administrative matters raised by officers in the region, which requires liaison with other branches in the division.

1.2 Liaise with Administration Coordinator and ensure all acquittals of advances (travel, accommodation, etc.) are properly done within the required period by the officers.

1.3 Assist in creating, maintaining and up-dating data base for all assets for the region branch to make advance planning for assets procurement and disposal purposes.

1.4 Manage the day to day administrative tasks within the regional office to assist with the achievement of the outcomes designated in the National Education Plan (NEP) 2020 – 2029.

1.5 Assist in creating, maintaining and up-dating database for all staff members of the branch (NGI region) to make advance planning for staff appraisals, training, budgeting and other staff entitlements.

1.6 Assist in ensuring efficient maintenance activities and service agreements are met and regularly up-dated for the smooth operations of the branch.

1.7 Perform any other responsibilities or tasks as directed from time to time by the AS – NGI region and other senior management of the Division.

1.8 Incorporate Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Principles and values of Honesty, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Wisdom and responsibility in programs, activities and initiatives to foster positive work ethics.

2.QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

2.1 Qualification:

The minimum entry requirement for this position is a Diploma or higher;

2.1.1 Diploma in Education Management/ Administration, Finance or relevant. 

2.2 Knowledge:

2.2.1 Education Act, Public Finance Management Act, Finance Manual and other relevant legislations

2.2.2 Public Service General Orders.

2.2.3 Sound knowledge of the Education System, policies and procedures.

2.2.4 Sound knowledge of the new PNG curriculum and of the changes required by teachers in their delivery of effective learning programs to produce high quality student outcomes.

2.3 Skills:

2.3.1 Planning, organization, management and administration skills.

2.3.2 Excellent interpretation, analytical and innovative skills

2.3.3 Excellent inter-personal skills.

2.3.4 Computer skills, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

2.3.5 Excellent communication skills; both oral and written.

2.4 Experience:

Must have;

2.4.1 2.4.1 3 – 5 years’ experience in the Public Service. 

2.4.2 Past experience in similar administrations/operations role will be advantage.

Job Type:

Full Time

Language Requirements:

English

Salary(per annum):

K38,145 – K46,621

Job Location:

KOKOPO