Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
Program Coordination and Management:

• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of the WIL program, including student placement, industry partnerships, and compliance with educational requirements
• Develop and maintain schedules for workplace experiences, ensuring they align with curriculum timelines
• Ensure all WIL activities comply with regulatory and institutional policies

Student Support and Mentorship:

• Act as a point of contact for students participating in WIL programs
• Guide students on program expectations, workplace etiquette, and professional behavior
• Provide mentorship and support, assisting students in goal setting and skill development related to their workplace experience.
• Resolving any learner/client conflicts promptly
• Understanding client requirements and onboarding clients and learners

Assessment and Reporting:

• Monitor and evaluate student progress during their WIL placements
• Conduct site visits, as needed, to assess the learning environment and ensure it meets program standards
• Prepare reports on student performance and feedback from industry partners, and use this data to improve WIL programs

Administrative Duties:

• Coordinate the documentation process, including maintaining records of placements, assessments, and any required agreements with host organizations and funders
• Prepare and manage student and industry partner evaluations
• Handle any issues or challenges that arise during placements and ensure proper resolution

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business, or a related field, or relevant experience.
• Experience: Prior experience in coordinating internships, student placements, or a related role in an academic or corporate environment.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders.
• Attitude: a positive disposition and a solutions mentality

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