DESKTOP PUBLISHING ADMINISTRATOR
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE MANAGING THE FOLLOWING:
Formatting of all Module Guides, Programme Information Sheets and Curriculum Structures
· Perform all formatting and layout editing on all Module Guides as per the template and manual
· Maintaining presentation quality and consistency of all Module Guides as per the template and manual
· Re-construct poor and unclear diagrams within Module Guides
· Check and sign-off on Module Guides and study material sent to the printers
· Format Programme Information Sheets as per the template
· Format Curriculum Structures as per the template
· Development and review of Desktop Publishing forms and templates
· Adhering to production deadlines
· Provide information with regards to Module Guide covers and spine widths to the graphic designer
Multimedia Project
· Digitise new and old module guides, perform quality checks, sign offs and publish Multimedia Guides
· Liaise with service provider regarding system developments, enhancements, and improvements of the Curriculum Development and Management System
Professional Development
· Engage in ongoing professional development by independently studying to upgrade knowledge field of expertise
· Actively participate in staff development initiatives offered by the institution
· Conduct and attend staff development and training sessions
MANCOSA Student Success
· Employ effective project and time management strategies to ensure that students receive module guides in time
Regulatory Bodies
· Prepare for and ensure attendance at any site visits relating to the academic programmes
· Actively participate in the Council on Higher Education (CHE) Audit and site visits together with the other members of Management
· Participate in any regulatory body activity
· Ensure Compliance to regulatory standards
General
· Adhere to and loyally perform reasonable instructions, functions and tasks
· Assist and attend institution functions as and when required
· Fulfil any other reasonable request from Management
· Assist with graduation
Minimum requirements
Qualifications and Experience
· Minimum Degree in Information Technology/Graphic Design/Web Development/ Graphic Information Technology or related qualification
· Minimum 1-year experience
· Experience with engaging with the following software: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop )
· Experience in working on Learning Management Systems
· Deadline driven and process orientated
Job related knowledge
· Proficient in MS Office Suite
· Proficient in utilising the relevant software
· Excellent Communication Skills (both written and verbal)
Job related skills
· Detail orientated
· Creative and innovative
· Ability to work under pressure
· Deadline driven and process orientated
· Teamwork
· Time management
· Planning and organising
· Flexibility
· Produce work of a high quality