St. Ambrose College of Education is a Public College established by the Catholic Diocese of Sunyani since 2009. It is located at Dormaa Akwamu in the Dormaa East District of the Bono Region of Ghana. As a Catholic Institution, Quality Teacher Education with discipline is our core mandate. Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following positions at St. Ambrose College of Education, Dormaa Akwamu;
TEACHING (ACADEMIC) STAFF As a Tutor, your duties shall include: • Teaching • Setting and marking of assignments and examination questions • Invigilation of examinations • Supervision of students’ projects • Research and publications • Assisting in the administration of the department • Supervision of students’ internships • Extension work to the College and the nation • Any other related duties assigned by the Principal or his/her representative Specialised areas for consideration include: • Physical Education Tutor • Physics Tutor • Religious and Moral Education Tutor • Social Studies Tutor • Music and Dance Tutor • Mathematics Tutor • Education Tutor • English Language Tutor (Preferably, Strong Literature background) • Ghanaian Language Tutor • Home Economics Tutor QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Applicant must have good character, a high degree of personal integrity, a distinguished master tutor, and a scholar in the relevant discipline. The applicant must hold a Mphil Degree in any of the above relevant disciplines applied for. Ph.D. is an added advantage.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT The Administrative Assistant will perform a wide range of administrative and secretarial duties of executive nature which include: • Training and supervision • Covering of meetings • Preparation and typing of reports • Keeping of confidential files • Execution of specific duties assigned by superiors QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Administration/Social Science/Management awarded by a recognized tertiary institution. Applicant must have served as a Senior Clerk in a College of Education or comparable grade in a similar institution/organization with at least four (4) years experience.
LIBRARY ASSISTANT The Library Assistant shall perform professional library duties including: • Sort publications, books, and other literary items and return them to their proper shelves and storage areas • Locate library materials, including periodicals, books, magazines, and electronic resources, and assist in the creation, routing, revision, and approval of a variety of online documents • Assist patrons when looking for a reading or research materials, and instruct patrons in the use of computers, scanners, and photocopiers • Set up new accounts and issue library cards, and maintain library equipment in proper working order • Maintain records of new and used items received, issued, stored and returned, and file according to the library system • Perform clerical duties, such as sorting mail, answering phones, filing, photocopying, word processing and mailing out letters, keep up regular communication with supervisors regarding changes, and seek to streamline processes where appropriate • Open and close library following normal business hours, secure library equipment and deal with the problem or disruptive patrons, or refer them to the supervising librarian
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Must hold Bachelor’s Degree in Library/Archives Administration or equivalent qualification. Must be computer literate and be familiar with some library software.
ESTATE MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT Estate Management Assistant shall perform duties relating to the management of the College’s Estate Department, including: • Advising management on estate matters, including property acquisition rent and rent review, leases and lease renewal and disposal of unserviceable • Undertaking routine inspection of the College’s estates and preparation of regular reports • Ensuring that proper assests register is maintained at the estate office. • Assisting in the furnishing of duty post of bungalows, flats guest houses residencies, offices, classrooms and lecture halls • Preparation of monthly schedules for the Principal’s consideration • Preparation of venues for functions such as congregation and matriculation • Providing timely reports on encroachment on College’s properties for appropriate action • Ensuring proper utilisation of the College’s Property • Any other duties that may be assigned by the Principal
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Estate Management or equivalent professional qualification OR Relevant HND or University Diploma in Estate Management plus four (4) years relevant experience The candidate must be computer literate and conversant with the relevant software
CLERK GRADE I The duties of a clerk grade I shall include: • Typing • Handling of files • Interpreting and application of regulations • Responding to inquiries QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Applicant must hold a Diploma in Business Studies (Secretarial Option) from a recognized institution OR possess six (6) WASSCE/SSCE passes including the English Language. Applicants must be computer literate.
COOK The duties of a cook shall include: • Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.) • Cook food in various utensils or grillers • Check food while cooking to stir or turn • Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served • Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the College Kitchen • Ensure all food and other items are stored properly • Check quality of ingredients
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Applicant must hold an NVTI Certificate in Hospitality and Catering/Equivalent Professional Certificate from a recognized institution with passes including Mathematics and English.
GUARD I A Guard I shall assist the Chief Security Officer in the Administration of the Security Services which shall include: • Exercising control over Guards and Security personnel • Ensuring Discipline among security staff • Keeping the security situation under constant review for the safety and protection of the entire College Community Advising the Chief Security Officer on security situation and logistic needs QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Applicant must have served as Guard Grade II for a minimum of three (3) years in the College. Applicants must have impeccable records of service. Candidate must possess five (5) passes in WASSCE/SSSCE including Mathematics and English
CHIEF HEADMAN/LABOURER The duties of a Chief Headman/College Labourer shall include: • Mowing lawns and raking leaves • Clearing of weeds • Pruning shrubs • Collecting and disposing of debris and trash; • Digging ditches • Cutting and hauling wood • Assisting skilled workers with building maintenance (painting, plumbing, roof repair) by hauling materials • Off-loading Kitchen Supplies QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Having awareness of safety and health issues, being able to follow verbal and written instructions, being physically fit, having practical skills, able to work at heights, able to work with a team, having good interpersonal abilities, having good communication skills, being able to use simple machines and equipment Applicant must be able to read, write and follow simple instructions.
HOW TO APPLY Interested applicants who meet the requirements for any of the above-advertised vacancies must submit copies of the application package comprising of the following:
Application letter
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Certified Copies of certificates and Transcripts
Two-page vision statement The application package should be sent to the address below: The Principal, St. Ambrose College of Education, Dormaa Akwamu P.O. Box 25, Wamfie
Deadline for submission is Friday 30th April, 2021
