UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX STUDENTS' UNION

Responsibility

• the Student Engagement and Enhancement Team are part of the Student Experience Division and focus on supporting student success throughout University
• you will be part of a team of five Residential Life Managers, providing daily welfare support to students in university-managed accommodation
• together with the other Residential Life Managers, you will manage a team of 45 Residential Life Connectors
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• please contact the Medical School Secretary Peter Dennis [email protected] for informal enquiries
• please contact Rachael Miller for informal enquiries
• maintaining the relationship with the platform provider to ensure continuous service and therefore award delivery
• applications are invited for this post to support casework associated with student complaints, appeals, discipline, and fitness to practise concerns and to provide support as Secretary to academic committees concerned with curriculum planning and quality assurance of medical education
• this is an exciting time to join the Doctoral School, as we move through a period of review and renewal, and as we expand capacity in our team in order to support service delivery and underpin the pursuit of our strategic objectives
• A vacancy has arisen for the post of Residential Life Manager within the Wellbeing, Therapeutic and Residential Life Services team in the Student Experience Division of the University of Sussex
• the University of Sussex is looking for a proactive Creative Manager with expertise in project management, signage and design development and application to join its Digital and Creative Media Team
• we are seeking to appoint a global partnerships practitioner to join our Global Partnerships Team in the Global Engagement Office as we prepare to deliver the global ambitions expressed in the Sussex 2025 Strategic Framework, enabled through our developing internationalisation strategy
• the team work on initiatives and programmes primarily but not solely outlined in our access and participation plan which aim to support underepresented groups at the university and are designed to retain students and support engagement, success and progression for all
• managing a small team of Student Connectors to work on continuous development of the Spirit of Sussex Award
• you will serve as complaints, appeals, and student discipline officer for the Medical School and liaise closely with a range of academic and professional services colleagues within and out with the School and its parent universities
• you will take on this new, cross-cutting role, working with colleagues across the University to develop a high-compliance culture in the postgraduate research space, in order to underpin a consistently high-quality PGR experience
• you’ll have demonstrable experience, showing strong creative visual flair, the ability to work within brand guidelines, and an excellent understanding of user experience design principles and accessible design
• the Schools of Engineering and Informatics, Life Sciences, Mathematical and Physical Sciences and Psychology are delighted to be recruiting to this exciting new post with huge potential
• this is an exciting time to be joining the University of Sussex as we build on existing success in international student recruitment and a strong track record of student mobility
• key contacts will include the Dean, teaching leads, student advice team, School Office staff, Academic Registry and Governance and Legal teams at the University of Brighton, Students Union representatives and the GMC’s Registration Investigations Team
• you will also make a major contribution to the creation and promotion of our exciting and innovative Residential Life Programme, which aims to create a vibrant student community through shared enterprise and education
• are you experienced administrator or manager with a proven track record of providing excellent research support?
• global engagement is now front and centre for the University, supported by a commitment to embed internationalisation in our education and to increase our international research profile
• working under the direction of the Medical School Secretary you will understand the principles of good governance and the role of the Office of the Independent Adjudicator for Higher Education, have previous experience as a committee Secretary, and understand assessment regulations, complaints, discipline, and fitness to practise policies and procedures
• if so, and you’re a confident communicator, thrive in a busy team environment and have an eagle eye for detail, you could be the person we need to join our expanded Creative team during an exciting period in the University’s development
• we have bold plans for furthering our reach of and reputation for excellence through taking our education overseas, creating opportunities for impactful research collaborations and engaging for change
• due to the nature of the post, the post holder will be required to be part of an out-of-hours duty-phone rota as there will be a requirement to respond to exceptional incidents on campus such as a death or a fire
• reporting to the Head of Creative and liaising with colleagues across the University, you’ll develop a signage framework approach to ensure consistent and impactful design is applied across all our signage, from interactive maps to environmental graphics
• you will have previously managed international partnerships and the associated policies and processes. You will have a clear understanding of the opportunities and issues relating to international partnership development
• report into the SEE Management Group on meeting objectives set out in project delivery and evaluation timelines
• the University is committed to equality and valuing diversity, and applications are particularly welcomed from black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in professional services posts in Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Mathematics at Sussex
• you’ll need excellent client and customer service skills, working as you will alongside our professional services and academic colleagues, as well as our external roster designers
• working with colleagues in the Student Communication Team to develop a campaign which will build on the existing success of engagement with the Spirit of Sussex Award
• please contact Hannah Wallace at [email protected] for informal enquiries
• working closely with other Managers in the Student Engagement and Enhancement Team to ensure support of all Student Engagement Activity such as, Student Voice initiatives and the delivery of the Welcome Programme
• the University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds
• working closely with colleagues in the wider Division of Student Experience, as well as across Schools and Professional Services to ensure promotion of the Spirit of Sussex Award
• you can find out more about our values and our EDI Strategy, Inclusive Sussex, on our webpages
• manage relationships between partner institutions and University departments. You will have
• working closely with all colleagues involved in APP delivery to identify gaps and support development of interventions to meet targets which can be supported by engagement in the Spirit of Sussex Award
• are you familiar with all aspects of designing and producing signage – from wayfinding to window decals? Are you used to bringing together designers and Estate managers? Do you understand the importance of brand in all communications?
• please contact Steven Colburn for informal enquiries: [email protected]

Requirements

• provide expert leadership to teams
• take overall responsibility for the administration of science school research degrees
• seek out and promote opportunities to increase science PhD success in line with strategic objectives
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• identify and implement opportunities to promote a positive research culture across science
• deputise for the Senior Research Manager in doctoral researcher matters
• take personal accountability for the team’s financial management of PhD studentships, bursaries, and grants. Ensuring team members are trained, supported, and working with accuracy
• oversee an exciting array of research events. Promote staff, and student training, in line with university regulations and the Vitae researcher development framework

Trade

• management
• Management

Earnings for position manager

Responsibility

• you will have strong personal and administration skills and will be agile at managing your workload and delivering specific tasks
• you will have a positive and creative “can do” approach
• the University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds
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• you can find out more about our values and our EDI Strategy, Inclusive Sussex, on our webpages
• the University of Sussex is seeking to make the appointment of an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of campus long term maintenance capital improvement projects across its estate portfolio
• reporting to the Head of Capital Projects the Assistant Project Manager will provide support to the Capital Projects Team and be allocated to one or a number of diverse ranges of new build, refurbishment, long term maintenance and infrastructure projects to ensure that the University benefits from excellent, resilient and sustainable estate infrastructure to support its’ growing student, academic, research, and enterprise activities
• we are seeking an individual that has experience of providing support to teams on complex projects in a comparable capital projects context or a recent qualification in the Project Management field
• champion an ethos of excellence, promote a consistent, enhanced staff experience and the alignment of HR services with the University's strategic aims

Requirements

• culturally sensitive with high emotional intelligence and ability to operate with the utmost discretion
• effective and strategic project management
• effective communications planning and delivery
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• successful fundraising experience from a variety of sources
• ability to work productively with diverse and multiple stakeholders including local authority partners, cultural organisations and freelance creative workers
• motivated and have the mindset/attitude to manage and inspire change, setting out clear direction, with the ability to communicate a compelling vision
• working with budgets and experience of financial management
• public participation in arts and cultural engagement
• A clear communicator, with the ability to build excellent working relationships through informal and formal approaches, possessing superior influencing, coaching and interpersonal skills
• practice in cultural and/or creative organisations or networks
• agile! The university is ever-changing, and you will need to be able to react quickly
• resilient. There is a lot to do and although we have a plan to achieve our goals, it will be challenging and rewarding in equal measure
• please contact Marina Norris [email protected] with any informal enquiries
• please contact Medeni Fordham ([email protected] with informal enquiries

Trade

• project Management
• Project Management

Earnings for position project manager

Responsibility

• hours are to be worked on a flexible basis to meet business requirements and will include working evenings and weekends
• part-time hours are considered for people with care commitments or as reasonable adjustment
• job title: Events Coordinator
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• responsible to: Events Manager
• responsible to: Events Assistant
• responsible for: Roles including: Charity Events Graduate and student staff roles such as Sound Technicians / Events Crew
• responsible for: Events Manager
• this applies to both undergraduate and postgraduate students
• please also note that we are not currently sponsoring visa applications, however, this is being reviewed on an annual basis
• hours of work: Up to 36.5 hours per week
• contract: Permanent
• please note that student applications will not be considered for full-time positions, as it exceeds the recommended hours of work for individuals in higher education
• applicants: Anyone

Requirements

• assisting with the organisation of events
• written content creation
• editing
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• website development and social media
• general administrative duties

Trade

• management
• Management

Earnings for position events coordinator

Responsibility

• about the role
• the SSRP is the University’s interdisciplinary strategic research programme in the high-profile area of sustainability research
• the candidate brochure can be viewed at Sustainability Programme Manager - University of Sussex
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• the post is full time, fixed term until 31 July 2025 but with the likelihood of extension for the right candidate
• the University of Sussex is a leading higher education and research institution
• the University has a beautiful and diverse estate located in Falmer, to the east of Brighton and Hove
• it is an exciting time to join Sussex and the Innovation & Business Partnerships team
• an exciting opportunity has arisen at the University of Sussex for a high-performing professional to become Senior Programme Manager of a Centre of Excellence – the Sussex Sustainability Research Programme
• the University of Sussex is seeking to appoint to the post of Sustainability Programme Manager to support and manage the delivery of the University’s exciting new Sustainability Programme, which will drive the delivery of the University’s ambitious plan to reach Net Zero Carbon by 2035
• the Transformative Innovation Policy Consortium, an international partnership of change-actors, is entering an important new phase and recruiting for a new role to lead on operational delivery of the global work programme
• please contact the Programme Director Joe Alcamo [email protected] or the Senior Research Manager Ryan Giddings [email protected] with any questions
• the University of Sussex is committed to developing new knowledge that challenges conventions and offers inspiring and creative ways to address global and local issues
• this role offers a fantastic opportunity for a Programme Manager with an interest in Sustainability to play a leading role in this new and exciting Programme, within a vibrant city
• as the Global Programme Manager, you will implement the ambitions of our Governing Board for the core programme, in collaboration with the management group and coordinating teams in Brighton, Utrecht and Valencia, building partnerships with members and hubs, and organising work packages and delivery mechanisms with researchers and professional staff
• as a newly designated Centre of Excellence, the SSRP is just embarking upon a new phase in which it aims to substantially expand its programme and influence on critical sustainability issues both nationally and internationally
• as part of our strategic plan Sussex 2025, we set challenging new priorities for Knowledge Exchange starting in 2019/20 and are recruiting a KE Programme Manager to join our Innovation and Business Partnerships team
• an understanding of Knowledge Exchange and the wider policy environment in which universities operate is also essential for this role
• this post will work closely with all colleagues within the Innovation & Business Partnerships Team in Research & Enterprise Services and with relevant teams across the wider Research and Enterprise Services and the rest of the University
• this exciting and challenging role sits within the University of Sussex Business School and is line-managed by the School’s Senior Research Manager while reporting substantively to the Programme’s Director and scientist, Professor Joseph Alcamo
• it will provide an excellent overview of the exciting and innovative engagement done by academics working with professional support staff to make a difference to society
• please contact [email protected] for any informal enquiries
• the first of the new wave of UK universities founded in the 1960s, receiving its Royal Charter in 1961, Sussex is a successful, growing University with a top-20 place in the major UK higher education league tables
• the successful candidate will have proven experience of shaping, planning and delivering strategies that enhance an organisation's energy and sustainability performance
• the post holder will be responsible for overall management of the Programme, including day-to-day operations, reporting, communications, supporting stakeholder engagement, and overseeing the Programme’s funded research projects
• we are keen to build on our achievements by further developing our capacity to extend our reach to businesses and civic society, as well as encouraging more academics to undertake knowledge exchange as part of their career path
• about our Team
• the SSRP Manager will work collaboratively with the Director and Programme Management Group to develop and realise the strategic vision of the Programme, and in so doing support the University’s ambition to create a world-leading centre of research excellence providing science to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals
• it is situated in the South Downs National Park and has amongst its buildings a core heritage estate designed by Sir Basil Spence
• the successful candidate will be an experienced Programme Manager with a strong appreciation of programme management methodology and techniques
• the postholder will be responsible for maintaining a comprehensive overview of progress across the KE programmes which are led by the Innovation & Business Partnerships team; preparing management information reports to various University committees and supporting the financial management of the University’s £4.6m Higher Education Innovation Fund budget
• this role will oversee the development and implementation of a long term plan to reach Net Zero, working with key stakeholders to establish a well-defined and funded roadmap
• the role therefore requires a good working knowledge of programme and performance management tools and techniques; a methodical and systematic approach; excellent organisational and communication skills and a proven track record of effective budget and business planning
• tranche One of the programme is already defined and funded, and the postholder will be required to drive implementation, ensuring that the deliverables are achieved in a timely fashion
• one of the key outputs of Tranche One is to produce a compelling and robust business case to secure University funding for future tranches of work, including the decarbonisation of the estate as well as a range of initiatives to address Scope 3 emissions
• this is a particularly complex Programme, so expertise in working on challenging, multi-stranded Programmes is essential
• you will enjoy the challenge of leading a broad portfolio across sustainability, energy management and decarbonisation and will have the experience and credibility to lead a diverse team across these areas
• applications should consist of a CV and cover letter and can be sent to [email protected]

Responsibility

• we anticipate the post will be full-time with scope for flexible working
• in addition to these accreditations, the Senior Accreditation Administrator will support the organisation's efforts to improve its standing in international rankings
• day-to-day administration of the Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy , including its research activities, communications and events
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• the University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds
• providing editorial support and brand guidance for communications outputs
• you can find out more about our values and our EDI Strategy, Inclusive Sussex, on our webpages
• updating and maintain the Centre’s website and social media accounts
• we are seeking to appoint a Global Partnerships Senior Administrator to join the Global Partnerships team, part of the Global Engagement Office, as we prepare to deliver the global ambitions expressed in the Sussex 2025 Strategic Framework, via our internationalisation strategy
• an exciting opportunity has arisen at the University of Sussex for an administration professional to support the new Energy Demand Research Centre – an ambitious and dynamic research centre supported by a £15 million grant from UK Research Innovation, the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council and the Economic and Social Research Council
• global engagement is now front and centre for the University, supported by a commitment to embedding internationalisation in our education and to increase our international research profile
• the University of Sussex Business School has EQUIS and AMBA accreditations, signifying that we have achieved rigorous international standards of excellence in business education
• supporting the coordination of research projects, the monitoring of progress, and the collection of input for periodic reporting
• to underpin its partnerships operations, the University is seeking an experienced and highly professional administrator; a team player with outstanding communication skills, who demonstrates tact and cultural sensitivity
• as we work towards AACSB accreditation and progress on our journey towards achieving triple crown status, we are expanding our team with the creation of this new post
• as the Senior Administrator, your main role is to support the day-to-day operations of the Centre, including research project administration, assisting with budgeting and internal reporting, the scheduling of meetings, and the organisation of events and other activities
• supporting the Assistant Manager in maintaining timetables for research activities and keeping accurate records in compliance with GDPR
• please contact the Accreditation Manager for informal enquiries
• they must have the administrative capacities to ensure thorough financial and logistical oversight of Global Partnerships supported activities, and the accurate management of progress reporting
• triple crown accreditation is a hallmark of exceptional business education and global recognition, which is held by only 1% of business schools around the world
• you will provide professional administrative and communications support to the Centre, assisting the Director, Operations Manager, Communications Manager and the Senior Data Officer
• assisting with the organisation of events, including conferences, workshops and meetings, as well as impact and engagement activities
• above all, we are seeking an individual who exhibits initiative, a can-do attitude, and a genuine enthusiasm for the provision of consistent high-quality service
• frankie Marks-Dennis [email protected])
• you will contribute to the smooth running of the Centre through the effective delivery of administrative and communications activities, taking responsibility for specific areas of work
• the role requires a strong focus on data management, attention to detail, and a commitment to advancing the school's reputation through rankings, activities and responsible educational practices, such as PRME and Athena Swan
• this is a central role involving administrative and communications tasks across the 12 universities of the Centre, as well as project partners and wider stakeholders
• you'll be at the helm of streamlining the accreditation procedures, driving efficiency, and implementing best practices to make sure we stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry
• you will work within a team of professional, research and academic staff, who are all working to achieve impact through the Centre’s research
• as the Senior Accreditation Administrator, you'll be encouraged to think creatively, challenge the status quo, and explore innovative approaches to improve our processes continually
• are you ready to embark on a remarkable journey where your skills and expertise will shape the future of our organisation? We are seeking a dynamic, driven, and passionate individual to step into the role of Senior Accreditation Administrator, ensuring excellence throughout our accreditation portfolio
• assisting with staff recruitment and staff induction
• if you are ready to join us on our journey towards achieving Triple Crown status, then please apply now
• providing administrative support across the division, establishing new procedures and identifying improvements to working practices
• providing executive support for the General Counsel and Director of Governance and Compliance
• please contact the Research Centre and Communications Manager, Charlotte Humma: [email protected] for informal enquiries