Staff Induction Training Program

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First Staff Induction Training Program of the University of Ruhuna

Date: 04^th -15^th October 2021

Venue: Auditorium Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Staff Development Center recently conducted the First Staff Induction Training Program of the University of Ruhuna successfully. The training program is a brainchild of Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena, the Vice Chancellor University of Ruhuna. This program was developed to train the 40 new management assistant and technical officer employees. The training program began with a charming inauguration and participants were advised to adhere strictly to all health guidelines.

This training focused on all related knowledge, skills and attitudes of an employee (Table 01). All sessions were facilitated by the University's academic and administrative staff. In addition, the Department of Computer Science, Department of English Language and the Carrier Guidance Unit have given their fullest cooperation and actively involved to improve the employees’ skills and attitudes towards the development of the institute and their carrier paths.

The first week of the program focused on improving knowledge about the administration of the university and developing positive attitudes. Training on ICT and English was given during the second week. Following the two weeks, participants were evaluated. The sessions were also reviewed through feedback from participants.

Upon completion, a certificate was awarded at the closing ceremony where vice chancellor was invited as the chief guest.

Table 01: Titles of the Training Sessions

Developing Positive Attitudes at the Work
*Session*	*Session Title*
	- Work Ethics Values, Behaviors, Culture and Attitudes - Accountability in the work place - Understanding Employee Discipline and Leadership - Build an Eco-conscious workplace - “How to build and maintain happiness, Self-Motivation, Attitudes for Productivity, Quality and Safety Improvement’ (Recording)
Increase awareness and knowledge on various functions of the divisions/departments/faculties
*Session*	*Session Title*
	- Works Functions and Work Procedures
	- Introduction of Financial Regulations into work Procedures of the University system - Payment procedures and practices of the University (Special attention to the F.R 1992) - Payment of Personal Emoluments of University (Attention to the F.R/UGC /MOHE Guide Line etc.) - Introduction of General Procurement Procedures of the University System - Introduction of Accounting practices and principles of the University (SLPSAS/SLAS)
	- Institutional Legal procedures
	- Introduction of Internal Audit Practices and Audit Functions
	- Sexual and Gender based Violence - Occupational health and Safety
Skill development in Information and Communication Technologies
*Session*	*Session Title*
	- Office Applications: MS Word - Office Applications: MS Excel - Introduction to Network - Introduction to Internet and Email
*Sessions on Skill development in English Language*
*Session*	*Session Title*
	- Basic Communication Skills (Part I): Introduction to reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, introducing oneself and getting to know each other - Reading and Writing Skills (Part I): Basics of writing, preparation of invitation and letters, Memo writing - Basic Communication Skills (Part II): Public relations, Telephone conversations and dialogues - Reading and Writing Skills (Part II): E-communication, Notices, Preparation of minutes
Career Development
*Session*	*Session Title*
	- Work Life Balance” - Identifying areas for Personal Development” - Career Plan Development

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Staff Induction Training Program