Schemes of Service - Vacancies July 2014

MAURITIUS INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION

POST

:Lecturer

SALARY SCALE:Rs28925 x 750 29675 x 900 34175 x 1200 37775 x 1500 - 58775QUALIFICATIONS:(a) Two A levels or an acceptable alternative qualification.

(b) A relevant degree from a recognized institution or an acceptable

alternative qualification.

In addition a minimum of two years relevant post qualification experience or a post-graduate qualification normally obtained after one year of full-time study.

Priority of consideration will be given to candidates with higher, and appropriate, pedagogical qualifications.

DUTIES:To have responsibilities and to carry out such duties as may be assigned by the Director in:

1.Teacher Education.

2.Professional Studies.

3.Curriculum Reform and Development.

2. Research and other studies.

5.Supervision of students work and teaching practice.

6.Educational Administration.

7.To perform other duties directly related to the main duties as listed above or

related to the delivery of the output and results expected from incumbents in the

roles ascribed to them according to their posting.

NOTE: The Lecturer will be expected to work outside normal working hours.

Registry and Establishment Section


POST

:System AdministratorSALARY SCALE:Rs 24425 x 750 29675 x 900 34175 x 1200 37775 x 1500 - 52775

QUALIFICATIONS:A Degree in Computer Science with experience in systems administration, networking and programming.

DUTIES:(a) To be responsible to the Registrar for the administration and maintenance of the Institute Computer Network System.

(b) To plan, organize and direct the functions of the Information and Communication Technology Unit.

(c) To assist in the implementation of the Institute ICT strategies.

(d) To install new softwares and train users.

(e) To perform any other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from System Administrator in the roles ascribed to him/her.Registry and Establishment Section


POST

:Analyst/Programmer SALARY SCALE:Rs24425 x 750 29675 900 34175 x 1200 37775 x 1500 - 52775QUALIFICATIONS:

A.A Cambridge Higher School Certificate or passes in at least two subjects obtained on one certificate at the General Certificate of Education Advanced Level.

B.A (Hons) degree in Computer Science major part in software engineering from a recognized institution.

OR

Equivalent qualifications to A and B above acceptable to the Board.

C.Candidates should reckon at least two years post-qualification experience in database administration, including multi-user RDBMS and Oracle Financial/E-Business Suite systems.

D.Candidates should also:

(i) have working knowledge on

a)email systems and website/intranet development.

b)multi-user operating systems especially Windows 2003 and IBM AIX

(ii) have a good track record for problem solving and a sound diagnostic ability; be able to implement database security policies including system backups, monitor trends in capacity requirements and troubleshoot database problems; and

(iii) have experience in user training.

NOTE:Qualification at A above should have been obtained prior to qualification at B above. However, candidates who, as at 30 June 2003, did not possess the qualification at A above will also be considered provided they hold:-

Analyst/Programmer - contda)A Cambridge School Certificate or passes at the General Certificate of Education

Ordinary Level either

(i) in five subjects including English Language with at least Grade C in any two subjects or

(ii) in six subjects including English Language with at least Grade C in any one subject or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the Board; and

b)A Master Degree or a Post Graduate Diploma in the field mentioned at B above or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the Board.

Qualification at (a) under Note should have been obtained prior to qualification at B above and at (b) under Note

Candidates should produce written evidence of experience claimed.DUTIES:

1.To design, build, maintain and test essential software;

2.To code, debug, test and document routine application programs;

3.To assist users with procedural or technical problems;

4.To advise users on technical aspects and use of standard software packages;

5.To develop special and general or multi-purpose programs to facilitate interface with a computer;

6.To perform database and systems administration and also network administration and management;

7.To administer databases and servers;

8.To install and maintain applications, databases and servers;

9.To conduct analysis of user needs for development of application software;

Analyst/Programmer - contd10.To track problems on servers;

11.To install software and monitor systems backup for all servers;

12.To maintain website/intranet system;

13.To manage user accounts on systems;

14.To assist in procurement of computer hardware and software;

15.To ensure quality assurance;

16.To assist and advise in the preparation and deployment of security plans particularly with regard to data security;

17.To undertake training of personnel;

18.To liaise with suppliers and other parties concerned for smooth running of computer systems;

19.To work as a team with other IT personnel;

20.To perform other duties directly related to the main duties as listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from incumbents in the roles ascribed to them according to their posting;

NOTE: The Analyst/Programmer will be expected to work outside normal working hours.


POST

:Instructional Designer

SALARY SCALE:Rs 23675 x 750 29675 x 900 34175 x 1200 37775 x

1500 - 52775

QUALIFICATIONS:

(a)A Cambridge Higher School Certificate or Passes in at least two subjects obtained on one certificate at the General Certificate of Education Advanced Level.

(b)A degree in Instructional Design or Educational Technology from a recognised institution.

OR

Equivalent qualifications to A and B above acceptable to the Board.

(c)Candidates should also:

(i) reckon at least two years post qualification experience in education/teaching practice;

(ii)be computer literate;

(iii)be able to read and interpret technical and other documents related to the educational field; and

(iv)possess good communication skills.

NOTE: Qualification at A above should have been obtained prior to qualification at B above. However, candidates who, as at 30 June 2003, did not possess the qualification at A above will also be considered provided they hold:

(a)a Cambridge School Certificate or Passes obtained on one certificate at the General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level either (i) in five subjects including English Language with at least Grade C in any two subjects or (ii) in six subjects including English Language with at least Grade C in any one subject or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the Board; and

(Instructional Designer - contd)

(a) a Masters Degree or a postgraduate diploma from a recognised institution in one of the fields at B above or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the Board.

Qualification at (a) under Note should have been obtained prior to qualification at B above and at (b) under Note.

Candidates should produce written evidence of experience/knowledge claimed.

DUTIES:1. To be responsible for designing various types of visual communication in the field of education, for e.g., magazines, posters, journals, corporate identity, text books, labels and signage.

2.To devise appropriate methods for converting fact-to-face learning content into e-learning materials.

3.To ensure proper use and storage of visual/teaching materials and equipment.

4.To supervise the work of Graphic Designers.

5.To give pedagogical help in the preparation of teaching aids, as and when required.

6.To conduct research and evaluation, interpret data and recommend procedures and solutions for effective learning and instructions.

7.To use Information and Communication Technology in the performance of his duties.

8.To perform such other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from the Instructional Designer in the roles ascribed to him.

NOTE: The Instructional Designer may be required to work outside normal working hours.



POST

:Library Clerk/Senior Library ClerkSALARY SCALE:Rs 12425 x 250 13675 x 300 15475 x 350 17225 x 450 19475 x 600 20675 x 750 - 29675

QUALIFICATIONS:

Cambridge School Certificate or equivalent with five credits including English and French.

TOGETHER WITH

the Higher School Certificate or GCE A level in two subjects.

OR

Acceptable alternative qualifications.

DUTIES:To process books and periodicals and do minor classification and cataloguing, to charge and discharge books at the counter and to perform such other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from Library Clerk/Senior Library Clerk in the roles ascribed to him/her by the Director or Librarian.



POST

:Technician (Audio-Visual)SALARY SCALE:Rs 17675 x 450 19475 x 600 20675 x 750 29675 x 900

34175 x 1200 - 35375

QUALIFICATIONS:(a) Cambridge School Certificate or an acceptable alternative qualification.

(b) City and Guilds Telecommunication Technicians Certificate (Parts I, II and

III) or an acceptable alternative qualification.

(c)Two years practical relevant experience.

DUTIES:1.To maintain and repair audio-visual equipment such as radio and TV equipment, language laboratory, video and micro-teaching equipment and other electrical and electronics equipment.

2.To carry out audio recordings and prepare master tapes, and to carry out video recording of micro-teaching lessons.

3.To assist lecturers generally in the audio-visual field, and to demonstrate the use of these equipment.

4.To perform other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from Technician (Audio-Visual) in the roles ascribed to him/her.Registry and Establishment Section


POST

:Clerical Officer/Higher Clerical Officer

SALARY SCALE:Rs 12425 x 250 13675 x 300 15475 x 350 17225 x 450 19475 x 600 20675 x 750 - 27425QUALIFICATIONS:

1.A Cambridge School Certificate with Credit in five subjects including English Language, French Language and Mathematics or GCE O level equivalents.

OR an acceptable alternative qualification.

2.A Cambridge Higher School Certificate or passes in at least two subjects obtained on one certificate at GCE A level.


NOTE: In lieu of Credit in English Language, Pass in English Language +

Credit in English Literature or Pass in General Paper at HSC level is acceptable.

In lieu of Credit in French Language, Pass in French Language +

Credit in French Literature is acceptable.

In lieu of Credit in Mathematics, Pass in Mathematics + Credit in

Statistics or Computer Science/Studies is acceptable.

DUTIES:1.To perform duties of a clerical nature such as:

(i) The preparation and scrutiny of straightforward documents, records etc.

(ii)The preparation of simple documents subject to check.

(iii)Simple arithmetical work.

(iv)Routine registry work.

(v)Routine finance, establishment and stores work under supervision.

(vi)Simple correspondence usually in the type of stock form letters or printed replies sent under general instruction.

2.To carry out pay duties as and when required.

3.To assist in the collection, compilation and processing of data generally.

4.To use ICT in the performance of their duties.

5.To perform other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from Clerical Officer/Higher Clerical Officer in the roles ascribed to him/her.


POST

:Clerk/Word Processing Operator

SALARY SCALE:Rs 12425 x 250 13675 x 300 15475 x 350 17225 x 450

19475 x 600 20675 x 750 - 27425

QUALIFICATIONS:1.A Cambridge School Certificate with Credit in five subjects including English Language, French Language and Mathematics or GCE O level equivalents.


2.A Cambridge Higher School Certificate or passes in at least two subjects obtained on one certificate at GCE A level.


3.A typing speed of not less than 30 words per minute.

4.Knowledge of Shorthand will be an advantage.

NOTE: In lieu of Credit in English Language, Pass in English Language +

Credit in English Literature or Pass in General Paper at HSC level is acceptable.

In lieu of Credit in French Language, Pass in French Language +

Credit in French Literature is acceptable.

In lieu of Credit in Mathematics, Pass in Mathematics + Credit in

Statistics or Computer Science/Studies is acceptable.

DUTIES:1To perform duties of Clerical Officer/Higher Clerical Officer.

2.To take down dictation and type on typewriters, word processors and composing machines.

3.To use ICT in the performance of their duties4.To perform other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from Clerk/Word Processing Operator in the roles ascribed to him/her.

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Schemes of Service - Vacancies July 2014