Senior Tutor, Graduate Hostel (VALCO) - University of Ghana

The Board of Directors of the University of Ghana Enterprises LTD (“UGEL”) take the opportunity to internally advertise vacancy for a Senior Tutor for the Graduate Hostel (VALCO) with details as follows:

Job Role/Responsibilities:

The Senior Tutor shall be responsible for the following roles and responsibilities:

• Act as Chairman and convenor of the Tutorial Board.
• Plan and evaluate the educational, counselling, and disciplinary work of the Hall.
• Promote active student participation in activities of the University Community and sports to groom individuals of a well-rounded character.
• Brief, advise and guide the Floor Tutors on their job expectations and performances, evaluate their job performance and make recommendations to guide either their re-appointment or termination of appointment.
• Instruct and discipline Junior Members of the Hall in line with the University Statutes and UGEL’s policy.
• Plan and evaluate the educational, counselling and disciplinary work of the Hall.

• Assist in promoting the safety and welfare of all students residing in the Hall. This includes crises intervention, conflict mediation, and providing support and referrals for students in need.
• Assist the General Manager to allocated beds to students during the academic year.
• Ensure the efficient operation of the Porters Lodge and such aspects of the welfare and duties of the Hall Staff as may be determined by UGEL from time to time.
• Attend Management, Board and any other meetings as shall be requested by the Board.

Qualification Required & Experience

• The applicant must be a minimum rank of a Senior Lecturer or its equivalent.
• He/she must be of high moral standing.
• Experience in handling student welfare is an advantage.

Tenure of Office:

The role is effective from August 1, 2022, to July 31, 2024 (may be renewable for a further term upon satisfactory performance).

Location: Accra