Principal Manager IEA College of TAFE

Principal / Manager IEA College of TAFE - Technical and Further Education

IEA College of TAFE is owned and operated by the International Education Agency of Papua New Guinea. The College is located on the Campus of the IEA on Ela Beach, Port Moresby.

We are seeking applications from vocational educators with prior leadership experience to head the premier vocational education provider in Papua New Guinea.

The Board of the IEA is keen for the College to consolidate its role as an internationally recognised provider of vocational education and in doing so contribute to capacity building across PNG.

The College offers TAFE Certificate 2, 3 and 4 and Diploma qualifications, both campus based and online.

As well as a range of training programmes for industry and commerce.

Essential skills and experience:

Demonstrated capacity to provide educational leadership and manage change at the highest level.

Proven ability to identify growth opportunities and build strategic partnerships.

Sound understanding of current trends in vocational and higher education globally and preferably also in Papua New Guinea.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with industry and community stakeholders.

Experience in financial and resource planning and management.

Sensitivity when managing change.

Proficiency in managing the development and performance of all staff for observable improvement.

The role also entails contributing to the IEA’s system goals and direction.

See IEA College of TAFE (PNG) (ieatafepng.com) for more information.

Employment conditions include a competitive salary, school fee assistance, accommodation and medical insurance. Also provided are a motor vehicle, laptop computer, removal expenses and annual leave fares.

This is challenging and demanding, but extremely rewarding work.

To apply for the position submit a current CV, letter of application and three referees.

Closing date 30th June, 2021.

• Stringent reference and background checking is required, including child protection clearances.

• Appointments depend on successful work permit application undertaken by IEA.

• Applications should only be made online at TES.COM.

• Anticipated start date January 2022.

• Interviews will be conducted by a variety of means depending on prevailing circumstances.

• Because of the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.