Manager Scholarship

Job Summary

About the Company: Silver Jubilee Development Agency (SJDA) is a company limited by guarantee, incorporated and subsisting under Companies Act 2017. It was established with the aim to promote the socio-economic progress of the communities by developing and supporting programs and institutions.

 Position Description

SJDA is seeking applications for the position of Manager Scholarship having managerial, technical, and operational background  for the scholarship program

The Manager, with the help of area implementation team, will implement the programme, develop the process and systems required for a proactive, sustainable, and scaled approach to scholarship.

Role and Responsibility:

Scholarships (AKES, AKF)

• Handling various processes of scholarship and ensure the smooth running of the event.
• Marketing and launching of the University Scholarship Program (USP) and its functionality it is handled by Aga Khan Education Bord for Pakistan (AKEB, P).
• Overview of the Loan Recovery process of the USP.
• Manage renewal of scholarships on yearly basis.
• Screening of application based on criteria decided.
• Processing formal application forms.
• Correspondence with students regarding queries and information
• Preparing Student Profiles for interviews.
• Scheduling g scholarship interview dates
• Develop a recommendation report on each candidate based on interview results and interviewer panels evaluation.
• Prepare acceptance/regret letters to the candidates. (For AKES Scholarship only)
• Prepare Merit List after the meeting of the Decision-Making Panel (For AKES Scholarship only)

Annual Basis

Annual Report to AIglemont

• Preparation of SAC report in coordination with the Finance Officer.
• Preparation of budget in coordination with the Finance Officer.
• Develop a work plan for the subsequent year.
• Assess universities to update the AKEB approved list of universities.

Alumni Programme

• Data collection of Alumni
• Update and main twin the database of the alumni record

Scholarship Meetings

• Coordinate meetings with directors, LEBs/REBs, senior management, and interdepartmental staff.
• Attending meetings to review work plans, targets, and other activities.
• Maintaining the minutes of the meetings

Others:

• Prepare scholarship interview presentation/report for the Decision-Making Panel (Officer Bearers)
• Attend interviews and take notes (if needed)
• Prepare and deliver scholarship presentation (if advised).
• Coordinate AKES Scholarship software-related activities.
• Develop/Review AKES Scholarship policies & procedures as and when required.

Required Skills

Education:

Master’s degree in Finance preferred

Experience:

At least 4 - 8 years experience of working with a national or international well-reputed institution in the field of finance or scholarships.

Required skills:

• A self-starter, and highly motivated individual with a passion for working in the education sector;

Advance excel skills

Experience in finance with a qualification

Good command of Urdu &English languages.

Strong managerial skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders

Demonstrated capability to conduct one’s self in a calm and professional demeanor when dealing with the public and/or with difficult situations;

Demonstrated capability to effectively communicate orally and in writing;

Ability to work well with a diverse group of staff and volunteers;

Willingness to adjust hours to accommodate the needs of the job and is willing to travel to difficult terrains;

Ability to effectively manage a wide array of tasks, projects, and responsibilities; Ability to work under pressure and is adaptable to different work environments and personalities