Associate Director - Strategic Initiatives

University of Oxford

Associate Director - Strategic Initiatives

£61198

University of Oxford, Vauxhall, Lambeth

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 29 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: a98baaaf899843d89009e225111bb2b5

Full Job Description

  • Lead and execute strategic initiatives set by the Dean and Leadership Team managing all aspects from budgetary forecasting to team coordination and progress monitoring.

  • Engage and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, both internal and external, ensuring their support and commitment to the project.

  • Align initiative goals with the University's strategic plan, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with policies and standards.

  • Assist in developing and executing strategies to enhance the School's external relations, representing the School at key events.

    You should have significant experience in large, complex organisations, ideally within the University of Oxford or a leading university. Additionally, you should demonstrate strategic planning skills, sound judgment and the ability to manage a diverse and evolving workload. You must also have experience in budget management, project implementation and stakeholder engagement, and be proficient in IT with a readiness to adopt new technologies.

    Saïd Business School, Park End Street, Oxford and Egrove Park, Kennington

  • Grade 9: £52,815 - £61,198 per annum with an Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per annum to be applied with effect from 1 August 2024
    Permanent, full time, Further information on this role can be found in the job description.
    We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:
  • Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays

  • Hybrid working

  • Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme

  • Discounted bus travel

  • Subsidised onsite catering

  • Cycle loan scheme

  • Plus, many other University benefits