Examinations Services Officer

British Council

Chongqing
RMB¥6,574 per month
Contract
Full-time

13 days ago

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021-22 we reached 650 million people.Pay Band: 5 (from CNY 6,574 per month)
Country/Location: Chongqing, China
Department: Exams
Contract Type: Fixed term contract (1 year)
Closing Date: Tuesday, 30 April 2024- 23:59 China Time (GMT +8)Role Purpose:
The main aim of the job is to contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of Exams in Southwest China with primary focus on Post-test Administration. The role will also manage the safe handling of confidential materials in accordance with compliance standards.Accountabilities:
Execution of IELTS administration work

Be repsonble for post-test administrative operational activities including liaision with Test Centre Team, Test Day Personnel Team and Examiner Administration Team for post-test processing of each test session, data transmission among various administrative systems. Ensure all the activities are coordinated, completed within agreed deadlines and their outputs are accurate and effective.
Participate in process re-engineering and optimisation projects and implement IELTS related policies, procedures and projects as per the latest business, policy or procedure changes. Ensure all post-test administration operations are efficient, up to global standdards, and consistently high level service is offered to all IELTS candidates.

IELTS Stock Management

Manage confidential material movement and carry out routine monitoring and regular quality checks.
Participate in national stock-management optimization and contribute to stock control strategy development.

Day-to-day Management of Exams' procurement and Inventory

Purchase exams related materials and stationary in compliance with corporate procurement poliicy and prodedures. A sufficient supply of exams stationary is maintained to meet operational needs.
Daily management and maintenance of IELTS test centre inventory. Prompt action is taken to address broken or misfunctioning inventory items so that daily operation is not adversely affected.

Other duties

Ensure all duties are delivered in line with the British Council's policies on Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and these are mainstreamed into exams operation.
Manage information created and received in compliance with the British Council's information management standards, policies, the UK data protection principles and local legislation.

Role specific knowledge and experience:

Relevant work experience
Demonstrable experience of administration that requires a high level of attention to details and accuracy.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent (or relevant experience)
Language: English B2 (Aptis, IELTS 6 or equivalent)
Condition of Employment:

Locally Recruited
Applications are welcomed from candidates currently in this location with a natural right to work.
Applications are also welcomed from candidates currently based in other British Council country offices. However, please note candidates must have a natural right to work in the country, on a permanent basis, as immigration clearance and/or on-going visa support is not provided by the British Council for this role. Relocation support is also not provided.Benefits:

Annual Leaves (on a pro-rata basis if the service period is less than one full year); public holidays
Statutory benefits: national social insurance benefits and housing fund
Other benefits: commercial insurance package including accidental insurance, life insurance, and supplementary medical insurance
13th month salary: staff who pass the probation and work for minimum of 6 months in a year will be entitled to annual bonus in December
Performance-related pay: paid annually according to relevant performance review scheme
Professional development opportunities

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.Equality , Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) StatementThe British Council is committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We support all staff to make sure their behaviour is consistent with this commitment. We want to address under representation and encourage applicants from under-represented groups, in particular, but not exclusively, on grounds of ethnicity and disability. All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview and we have Disability Confident Employer Status. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with.We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989.Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed; these will include qualification checks, reference checks, identity & criminal record checks in line with legal requirements and with the British Council's Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.If you have any problems with your application please emailPlease note: Applications to this role can only be considered when made through the Apply section of our careers website. Our 'ASK HR' email is only to be used in case of a technical issue encountered when applying through the careers website. Emails with supporting statements and CV/Resumes sent to this email address will not be reviewed and will be deleted.

British Council

Apply Now