Accreditations Officer Manchester, England
Job description
Do you thrive on being organised, working with a diverse range of people and making things happen? Want to be part of an exciting team responsible for delivering key strategic and operational plans, helping influence the future of our University? If so, then this opportunity could be for you!
We have two Accreditation Officer vacancies with the Faculty Planning and Operations team. These roles will provide essential administrative support for the Faculty of Business & Law's accreditation portfolio and wider Faculty strategic projects, working closely with the Faculty Strategic Projects Coordinator and academic Head of Accreditations to maintain our prestigious Triple Accreditations, as well as a range of other Faculty projects.
We are looking for highly organised individuals, who can multitask, manage a busy workload and successfully negotiate and influence people at all levels. You will have a pro-active approach to seeking out information, good attention to detail and the ability to liaise with a variety of contacts, building relationships to support the work of the Faculty within and outside the University. Previous experience of working at a university is desirable but not essential.
A little more about the role:
You will be responsible for supporting the Faculty's accreditations portfolio, providing high-level administrative support to the Faculty Strategic Projects Coordinator and Faculty Head of Accreditations to ensure the successful delivery of the Faculty's accreditation strategy, as well as supporting wider Faculty projects.
Typically, you will collect key data and information for accreditation returns/reviews or other Faculty strategic projects, liaising with colleagues across the Faculty and wider University, help to organise project-related events and visit preparation activities (e.g. reflective workshops and interviews), service meetings (e.g. Accreditation Committee) and contribute to the continuous improvement of the accreditations and wider Faculty strategic projects portfolio management approach using systems such as Microsoft Planner.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong organisational skills with experience balancing competing demands and managing expectations in a professional manner;
- A pro-active approach to seeking out information with good attention to detail;
- The ability to build effective relationships and work with variety of stakeholders at all levels of an organisation;
- Experience using Microsoft Office tools to a high standard.
A little more about the team:
You'll be welcomed into the dynamic and ambitious Faculty Planning and Operations Team, part of the wider University Strategic Planning Directorate, supporting the Faculty of Business & Law.
The University Strategic Planning Directorate is responsible for the delivery of institutional strategy through oversight of the planning process, monitoring and analysing institutional performance, assessing risk and supporting strategy developments. The team provides essential guidance and support for the implementation strategic priorities.
The Faculty of Business and Law's vision is transforming lives, businesses and communities though excellent teaching, world-class research and impactful regional, national and international collaborations and partnerships with businesses, public and third-sector institutions and stakeholders. In December 2019, we became the first modern university to secure the ‘Triple Crown' of AMBA, AACSB and EQUIS accreditations. This places us in a global elite of business schools, with only 101 institutions attaining this status worldwide.
This role is a great opportunity to learn new skills, build a strong network with a variety of stakeholders, and get involved in exciting initiatives and projects. You'll be given support with your ongoing professional development, and the guidance and support you need to help you contribute in a way that makes a difference to our University.
How to apply: Please submit your CV and covering letter detailing your suitability for the vacancy, specifically how you meet the essential criteria, specifically the following (1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 4.1 & 4.2) and what is set out in the person specification of the job description.
For any questions about the role please contact Dr Catherine Beeby-Mills [email protected]
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who we recognise are underrepresented in this area.
Hybrid working is offered for this role. We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations throughout the application process.
