BUFS Program Manager Location: Rangoon, Burma
BURMA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION SCHOOL
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
BUFS Program Manager
Location: Rangoon, Burma
Duration: two years, 3 month probationary period
Closing date for applications: March 31st, 2011
Start Date: May 1st, 2011
About Burma University Foundation School
Burma has been mired in chronic political, social and economic crises for two generations. At least 50% of the population lives in extreme poverty, and the country's GDP per capita is similar to Afghanistan & Rwanda. The military regimes that have ruled Burma since 1962 have neglected or actively dismantled the education system, meaning that schools & universities are unable to equip students with the skills needed to tackle the enormous challenges facing communities throughout the country.
The aim of the Burma University Foundation School is to prepare future community leaders, health workers and educators with the knowledge and skills that they need to pursue relevant tertiary education programs in the Asian region. BUFS works closely with community based partner organizations from around the country and has extensive links to universities and scholarship programs within the region that ensure that successful graduates are well placed to pursue their academic goals.
The school’s curriculum includes classes in general and academic English, test preparation (TOEFL/IELTS), social studies and global issues and academic skills, including basic computing and critical thinking. Service learning is emphasized throughout the curriculum and students are given opportunities to provide direct service to disadvantaged communities. The BUFS’s Residential Program supports students from rural areas to relocate to Rangoon and pursue intensive studies at the school. Both part-time and full time programs are available to Rangoon based students.
Key areas of responsibility:
• Oversee development, selection and direction of curriculum for all subjects.
• Coordinate student intake and selection including promotion of programs and working with community- based partner organizations.
• Develop the academic calendar and timetables.
• Teach a limited number of hours within the regular school timetable.
• Recruit and supervise academic, administrative and service learning staff.
• Develop budgets and oversee financial management.
• Oversee the on-going development and implementation of BUFS policies, procedures and systems.
• Produce of regular reports for the school’s Directors
Experience, qualifications and attributes
The ideal candidate would have the following:
• Minimum two years relevant work experience managing an academic program, including supervision of teaching and administrative staff.
• Experience teaching English as a foreign language to young adults and adults at a pre-intermediate level or above. Experience teaching TOEFL and social studies an advantage.
• Experience developing and adapting English language curricula and materials
• Excellent interpersonal, organization and communication skills.
• Capacity to work in a high-pressured environment and ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Experience living and working in a developing country.
• Experience working in multi-cultural environments.
• A demonstrated interest in Burma.
To apply please send a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and CV to busfrecruitment@gmail.com by the 31st of March 2011.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
BUFS Program Manager
Location: Rangoon, Burma
Duration: two years, 3 month probationary period
Closing date for applications: March 31st, 2011
Start Date: May 1st, 2011
About Burma University Foundation School
Burma has been mired in chronic political, social and economic crises for two generations. At least 50% of the population lives in extreme poverty, and the country's GDP per capita is similar to Afghanistan & Rwanda. The military regimes that have ruled Burma since 1962 have neglected or actively dismantled the education system, meaning that schools & universities are unable to equip students with the skills needed to tackle the enormous challenges facing communities throughout the country.
The aim of the Burma University Foundation School is to prepare future community leaders, health workers and educators with the knowledge and skills that they need to pursue relevant tertiary education programs in the Asian region. BUFS works closely with community based partner organizations from around the country and has extensive links to universities and scholarship programs within the region that ensure that successful graduates are well placed to pursue their academic goals.
The school’s curriculum includes classes in general and academic English, test preparation (TOEFL/IELTS), social studies and global issues and academic skills, including basic computing and critical thinking. Service learning is emphasized throughout the curriculum and students are given opportunities to provide direct service to disadvantaged communities. The BUFS’s Residential Program supports students from rural areas to relocate to Rangoon and pursue intensive studies at the school. Both part-time and full time programs are available to Rangoon based students.
Key areas of responsibility:
• Oversee development, selection and direction of curriculum for all subjects.
• Coordinate student intake and selection including promotion of programs and working with community- based partner organizations.
• Develop the academic calendar and timetables.
• Teach a limited number of hours within the regular school timetable.
• Recruit and supervise academic, administrative and service learning staff.
• Develop budgets and oversee financial management.
• Oversee the on-going development and implementation of BUFS policies, procedures and systems.
• Produce of regular reports for the school’s Directors
Experience, qualifications and attributes
The ideal candidate would have the following:
• Minimum two years relevant work experience managing an academic program, including supervision of teaching and administrative staff.
• Experience teaching English as a foreign language to young adults and adults at a pre-intermediate level or above. Experience teaching TOEFL and social studies an advantage.
• Experience developing and adapting English language curricula and materials
• Excellent interpersonal, organization and communication skills.
• Capacity to work in a high-pressured environment and ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Experience living and working in a developing country.
• Experience working in multi-cultural environments.
• A demonstrated interest in Burma.
To apply please send a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and CV to busfrecruitment@gmail.com by the 31st of March 2011.
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