Supervisor, Office of Student Affairs

Thames International School; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames International School is seeking an Office of Student Affairs (OSA) Supervisor to oversee day-to-day campus operations, student leadership initiatives, and welfare services. You will bridge students and administration, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports personal, social, and academic growth.

The role requires building strong teams, managing budgets, handling student grievances, and coordinating campus events with a focus on safety and accessibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 3+ years in student affairs, student activities, or higher education administration.
• 1–2 years in supervisory role.
• Exceptional interpersonal, public speaking, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and campus management systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, advise, and mentor Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs), Student Councils, and campus publications.
• Oversee planning, execution, and evaluation of co-curricular programs, orientation events, leadership workshops, and cultural activities.
• Manage requests for campus events, facility bookings, and activity permits submitted by student groups.
• Direct, schedule, and evaluate OSA administrative staff, student assistants, and peer mentors.

Skills

Leadership

Public Speaking

Interpersonal Skills

Written Communication

Crisis Management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Administration

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Campus management systems

Job description

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) Supervisor oversees day-to-day campus operations, student leadership initiatives, co-curricular activities, and student welfare services. This role acts as a primary bridge between the student body and university administration, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports personal, social, and academic growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Student Life & Program Coordination

• Supervise, advise, and mentor Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs), Student Councils, and campus publications.

• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of co-curricular programs, orientation events, leadership workshops, and cultural activities.

• Manage requests for campus events, facility bookings, and activity permits submitted by student groups.

2. Staff Supervision & Departmental Operations

• Direct, schedule, and evaluate OSA administrative staff, student assistants, and peer mentors.

• Assist in developing and managing the annual OSA departmental and student activity budgets.

• Maintain accurate records of student organization accreditation, disciplinary records, and budget allocations.

3. Student Welfare, Services & Discipline

• Handle student grievances, conduct investigations into policy violations, and participate in campus disciplinary committees.

• Coordinate student support services, including basic guidance, wellness programs, and crisis management referrals.

• Serve as a liaison during emergency situations involving student safety or campus incidents.

4. Policy Enforcement & Compliance

• Enforce institutional policies, student handbooks, and regulatory standards for campus events.

• Ensure all student activities comply with safety, accessibility, and risk-management guidelines.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Psychology, Social Sciences, Communications, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• 3+ years of experience in student affairs, student activities, or higher education administration, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.

• Exceptional interpersonal, public speaking, and written communication skills.

• Crisis intervention and conflict resolution abilities.

• Proficiency in office software (MS Office, Google Workspace) and campus management systems.

• Strong project management and event planning skills.