Josephine Butler College, Durham University, is seeking to appoint a temporary Vice-Principal for a fixed period of 13 weeks.
The Role
The acting Vice-Principal will be a member of the College senior management team and will have a strong strategic and developmental emphasis. The post holder will be involved in a wide range of activities aimed at furthering Josephine Butler College and University strategy, especially in relation to the personal development of students, embedding the wider student experience, and the future development of the College.
Working as a part of a close-knit team, you will support the provision of student support within the College in partnership with the Student Support and Wellbeing Directorate.
The Vice-Principal will act as deputy to the College Principal (a) in ensuring the College offers a supportive and stimulating environment for academic study, cultural and developmental activities, and social interaction which engages students, staff, Senior Common Room members, visitors and alumni; and (b) in promoting and enabling intellectual curiosity, personal effectiveness, wellbeing and resilience, and a sense of community and responsibility among all students.
Please note: Appointment to this post is fixed-term for 13 weeks only and is not anticipated to be extended.
The Person
Essential Criteria
Qualifications/Experience
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Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience).
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Experience and expertise in student development and support.
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A good understanding of higher education in the UK and an appreciation of the role of colleges in a collegiate University.
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Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including students, external stakeholders and more senior colleagues.
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Experience of networking effectively and developing strong and productive working relationships, to influence perceptions of the University.
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
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Excellent spoken and written communication skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally.
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Ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues.
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A commitment to diversity, equality and internationalisation.
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Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including [digital communication tools, Microsoft 365 applications, business systems].
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Committed to continuing professional development to maintain professional recognition.
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Knowledge and experience of ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational policy and guidelines.
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Ability to contribute to planning at operational and strategic levels.
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Ability to solve problems and decide on and plan appropriate solutions.
Desirable Criteria
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Experience of alumni/ stakeholder engagement.
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Track record of staff management and development experience.
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Financial literacy and ability to liaise with finance colleagues over budget matters and financial transactions.
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Experience of working in a diverse and multi-cultural environment and an understanding of needs of students from underrepresented groups.
If you feel you have the qualities our client is seeking, please forward your CV and covering letter indicating your current package to Jen Dunthorne at GEM Partnership.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every candidate individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are reviewed in line with relevant employment legislation and our equal opportunities principles.
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