Exams operations officer
4 weeks 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: 4/H (from HKD 14,170 per month)Country/Location: Hong Kong Department: Exams Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract – Indefinite Closing Date: Monday, 6 January 2025- 23:59 (GMT +8)Role Purpose: The purpose of this role is to ensure effective and efficient delivery of Exams within a small or remote exams office location. To handle confidential materials during the multiple exchanges in country/location in accordance with compliance standards. To manage Venue Supervisor engagement, relationship, and performance. To co-ordinate and manage any risk or issue resolution, including co-ordination of customer communication directly or through customer services. To be point of contact for Venues/Venue Supervisors on the day. This role will be required to work test days which will involve weekend work as part of the contracted hours. Challenges and Accountabilities Product Service Support Undertake the related planning and delivery functions in preparation for Test Days in line with BC process. Receives instructions and requests from cluster operations, 5 days before Test Day itself and plans and organises given resources accordingly (often at short notice) to ensure that work is carried out efficiently and effectively. Scan dashboards to monitor performance and identify issues. Deploy engagement plan for Venue Staff. Supports decisions of Operations Manager with the selection of venue staff, sets performance expectations and maintains positive relations. Supports the functions of confidential materials handling and the Confidential Materials Room (CMR) to ensure British Council standards are met in set up and day to day operations. Undertakes sorting and packing of exam materials for designated test venues. Ensures exam materials are received at Test Centre and stored securely. Supports tasks to reconcile exam materials and papers received are as per plan, report and escalate any discrepancies. Undertake handling of suitcases and storage of materials. Ensures the proper procedures and documentation is adhered to when handing over to courier or test day staff. Ensures proper script receipt tracking, packing and return OR scanning, store, and shredding. Supports the selection of suitable venues, planning for Test Day resources ordering, quality, distribution, and management (e.g. process guides, stationery, branding/signage/technical equipment – speaking test/hand scanners). Provides timely escalation of issues, enabling the adaptation of work plans where necessary. Customer Support Receives and responds to enquiries from/to customers and may be a specific point of reference on queries relating to an area of nominated expertise or responsibility. Identifies where more complex issues require resolution by others and refers them on accordingly. Recognises and understands the impact of incidents arising (e.g. complaints, resourcing problems, logistical or technical difficulties) and proactively alerts the team leader to any issues of concern that are likely to impact service/project/task delivery or customer experience. Relationship & Stakeholder Management Supporting continuous improvement in the efficiency/cost effectiveness/quality of service delivery/systems in the unit or department. Proactively work with Operations Manager to deliver satisfactory and timely resolution of customer (internal or external) complaints, coordinating input from other team members as required. Ensures the customer is kept informed throughout the process. Develops good working relationships and engagement with Venue Staff and appropriate colleagues throughout the BC to facilitate effective and efficient service delivery. Act as point of contact and manage escalated issues in country from Venue Supervisors and Venues, supported by Operations Manager / Cluster team when required. Risk and Compliance Undertake contingency and risk management on the ground, liaise with Customer Service, Examiner or Venue Staff to ensure alignment on communications. Leads in providing support related to compliance or investigations on Test Day and related issues. Follows agreed corporate risk management processes and procedures when delivering services (e.g. child protection, security policies, financial protocols, anti-fraud measures) to always protect the interests of the BC and its customers. Ensure adherence to CMR standards and management as set forth and carry out frequent random checks to proactively prevent issues from arising. Provide support and reporting for audits and performance reviews. Analysis & Reporting Uses standard procedures and templates, regularly records, analyses and reports on operational activity such as venue staff performance to support senior managers in making timely and effective business decisions that respond to operational needs. Leads wash-up meetings to review Test Day performance delivery, continual improvement, and corrective actions. Finance & Resource Management Monitors and takes responsibility for small-scale resources/cash/stock, following established procedures and ensures that equipment and materials are available and ready to use when needed. Managing Self & Others Plans and prioritises own work activities, which span across a range of different work streams, responding to changing and at times competing requirements to ensure effective delivery of responsibilities over a weekly/monthly time horizon. Tasks and coordinates others (e.g. internal colleagues or external contractors/suppliers) to complete time-limited, straightforward activities, within established procedures, to ensure efficient delivery of services. Monitors task completion to agreed quality and time standards. Role Specific Knowledge and Experience: Minimum/Essential Experience working in a busy operational environment delivering high levels of customer service. Ability to ensure compliance, risk and security standards are monitored and maintained. Desirable Experience working in Exams. Experience of supporting on delivery of computer-based exams. Track record of working in a tightly controlled process driven environment. Requirements: Education: University degree or equivalent. Language: English C1 (Aptis, IELTS 6.5 or equivalent)Local Language: 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. A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Statement The 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 email askhr@britishcouncil.org Please 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. 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