Controller of Examinations

Job Description

Title: Controller of Examinations

Company Name: Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology

Vacancy: --

Age: At most 60 years

Job Location: Dhaka (Uttara)

Salary: --

Experience:

• At least 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University

• The candidate must have at least Postgraduate degree from any reputed university.

• At least 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University

• Age At most 60 years

• At least 15 years of working experience in an examination or administration role of which 3 years as similar role/5 years as Deputy Controller of Examinations in private or public university.

• Age preferably not over 60 years, but can be relaxed for outstanding candidates.

• Ability to interpret academic regulations, policy of Examination and Assessment.

• Ability to pay meticulous attention to detail, work with a high level of accuracy, and meeting deadlines under pressure.

• Must have knowledge and skill in UMS based examination management.

• Willingness to work as part of a team to be open-minded and cooperative.

• Leadership skills, Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative.

• A solid understanding of the importance of confidentiality and maintaining sound data protection.

Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, the first design based private university in the region with a diverse and motivated workforce and an equal opportunity employer of Bangladesh, invites applications for the position of Controller of Examinations

Job description/Responsibilities:

• To work under the direct supervision of the Vice-Chancellor and to carry out duties as Controller of Examinations of the University.

• Oversee the planning, scheduling and administration of all university examinations.

• To ensure the effective operation, security, and integrity of the university’s examination systems, with strict adherence to all regulations and standards.

• To ensure robust, reliable, and consistent assessment processes that work effectively and efficiently.

• To supervise the management of all tasks related to the conduct of examinations and to ensure their successful completion.

• To arrange examinations and to process the result preparation works, maintaining confidentiality throughout the process and ensuring that deadlines are met.

• To ensure the timely publication and announcement of final results, obtaining necessary approval from the award board, Academic council and Syndicate.

• To ensure the analysis and production of statistical reports on examination results, including student progression, achievement and other management information reports as required.

• To train, develop, motivate, and manage the Examinations Unit Team to deliver a robust, reliable, and consistent exam and results process.

• To ensure the secure, effective, and confidential management of result sheet and information.

• To be responsible for issuing of academic transcripts, provisional and final certificates to genuine graduates and to act as custodian of academic records and certificates, ensuring their security and authenticity.

• To address and resolve any issues or irregularities in consultation with the Authority that arise during the examinations.

• To ensure prompt and effective handling of student grievances related to examinations and results.

• To prepare policies, procedures, and operational manuals.

• To contribute to the arrangements for the university Convocation and to arrange the issue of results transcripts and graduation certificates.

• Undertake any other duties as directed by the Vice-Chancellor

• Salary and benefits are as per SMUCT policy.