LECTURER

Community Development & Basic Technology Lecturer – Social Sciences and Inclusive Education Lecturer – Research Methods

***PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS FOR A LECTURER TO BE BASED IN OUR BALIMO COLLEGE CAMPUS IN WESTERN PROVINCE, PNG. BEFORE APPLYING, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE THE RELEVANT TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND THE ABILITY TO RELOCATE TO WESTERN PROVINCE***

ORGANISATION: Balimo College

POSITIONS: Lecturer – Community Development & Basic Technology Lecturer – Social Sciences and Inclusive Education Lecturer – Research Methods

LOCATION: Balimo, Western Province

COMMENCEMENT: June 2025

DURATION: 12-month contract with a 6-month probationary period

REMUNERATION: Competitive remuneration offered

ABOUT BALIMO COLLEGE:

Balimo College is the newest tertiary educational institution in Western Province, having opened in the 2022 academic year. Balimo College was recognised as a Higher Education Institute by DHERST in August 2024. Our vision is to enhance the region by delivering high-quality education, fostering research, and promoting community engagement. We are dedicated to creating pathways for future teachers and health workers committed to improving access to essential services across Western Province. The College is a supportive learning environment where professionals can return for lifelong learning and development, creating a community of educators and health professionals that values innovation and excellence.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Lecturer is responsible for:

• Upholding and supporting the School of Teaching Principal and teaching team in delivering the vision for Balimo College;
• Exercising discernment and care in assisting the School of Teaching Principal and teaching team with supporting staff, students, and parents;
• Supporting the development and empowerment of the teaching staff will cultivate and strengthen a positive teaching, learning, and working environment for all staff and students at every level of operations; and
• Supporting the School of Teaching Principal with operational logistics for Balimo College and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the College.

Vision, Mission and Culture

• Uphold the Mission, Vision, Values, Educational Philosophy and Goals of the Balimo College in all operations;

• Be able to hold a vision for the College and support and engage others to the realisation of that vision;
• Understand and maintain a college culture that will characterise the College as a place of care, academic excellence, transparency and integrity, accountability, and commitment to the community; and
• Manage and advocate a strong collaborative service culture within the College and local community.

Administration

• Be familiar with College administration procedures;
• Support the School of Teaching Principal and finance team with sourcing quotes and receiving payment receipts in a timely manner for the smooth running of the college;
• Attend all teacher PD meetings, attend termly staff meetings and record details if required by the principal for wider circulation to staff;
• Be familiar with the Balimo College calendar an attend all calendared meetings and lectures in a timely manner;
• Ensure personal full compliance of the College rules and behavioural expectations for yourself and your students;
• Delivery of the curriculum;
• Monitor and record student’s information clearly, coherently and confidentially for the identification and conducting of learner assessments;
• Alert the School of Teaching Principal to any maintenance requirements that you are aware of; and
• Alert the School of Teaching Principal to any issues of Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Procedures on site.

Teaching & Learning

• Actively and pro-actively enhance the quality of teaching and learning;
• Analyse and evaluate available data on student performance and take appropriate action to improve teaching and learning outcomes;
• Promote the use of ICT and of developments in Digital Learning Technologies and actively support the students to enable their studies with the support of ICT;
• Engage in developing ICT opportunities with technologies and support utilising technology for implementation in the classroom;
• Support the School of Teaching Principal with the delivery and moderation of assessment and reporting across whole staff cohort; and
• Manage a personal teaching load within specialism.

Enrolment of Students

• Support the School of Teaching Principal and the admissions team with the interview process of prospective students and their families (where appropriate) for enrolment suitability according to the Balimo College Enrolment Policy;
• Support the School of Teaching Principal and the admissions team (where appropriate) with the decision-making around the chosen candidates for offer of placements at Balimo College according to the Balimo College Enrolment Policy; and
• Liaise with parents/families regarding enrolment of students with special needs and ongoing well-being of the students.

Professional Development

• Regularly attend Professional Development Training Seminars to keep abreast of current educational trends;
• Attend and be actively engaged in appropriate Professional Development and facilitate staff attendance at professional development activities;
• Keep up to date with current educational thought and practice;
• Discuss professional pathways with line management during PD sessions;
• Engage with Student Feedback Unit reflections with your line management and facilitate the completion of these with the students;
• Complete Unit Feedback questionnaires in a timely manner; and
• Support the School of Teaching Principal to implement the Balimo College Professional Learning and Development Policy where it aligns to your specialism.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants must demonstrate that they are able to meet the following Key Selection Criteria:

• Master’s Degree in Education with a specialism is required;
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience required with experience teaching in a Teachers College is highly desirable;
• Demonstrate knowledge of a range of educational theories, techniques, and methodologies of personnel and management and a strong interest in current educational and technological trends;
• Demonstrate strong communication skills both orally and in writing with staff and students; and
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills with an ability to analyse and assess classroom contexts and decisively take a course of action.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have the right to work in PNG.

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

Balimo College is a child-safe organization committed to the protection of the individuals we serve. Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to ensure we select candidates suitable to uphold our policies regarding child safety and protection against exploitation, abuse, and harassment. All appointments are subject to appropriate background checks, and successful candidates will be required to obtain a Working with Children check and/or a Police Certificate. We promote diversity and equality in our practices and strongly encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or sometimes questioning), intersex, asexual, and others (LGBTQI+).

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A competitive remuneration package.
• Relocation costs to Balimo.
• Employee benefits that are in line with our employee benefits policy.

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply via this recruitment site, upload the following documents, and answer the questions required:

• A cover letter addressing the following:
  • Clearly state your interest in the position of Balimo Teachers College Lecturer;
  • Clearly state your subject specialisms; and
  • Outline your teaching philosophy;
• Your current resume;
• Attach a copy of your Master’s Degree (required);
• Attach a copy of your Bachelors in Education (required);
• Attach at least one written reference

All successful candidates will need to supply a current Police Check in line with Balimo College’s safeguarding standards. Balimo College is proudly a zero-tolerance organisation regarding Child Protection, Gender Equality and Disability Rights.

For queries, contact us via phone on +675 7203 1791 (business hours 8 am – 4 pm) or via email [email protected]