Strategic Planning Officer

SPP has a key role in developing strategy and enabling the implementation of strategic plans. Alongside managing a portfolio of strategic projects the SPP planning function supports an annual planning cycle; provides a management information analysis and insight service; and is responsible for the production of a number of student related external returns., The Senior Strategic Planning Officer role is varied against an annual calendar of strategic planning activity. The role-holder will support institution wide strategic & operational planning and decision-making through the provision of management information and business intelligence reporting. Working across a wide range of data sources the role-holder will generate quantitative and qualitative analysis producing written reports and presentations. and support our further development of reporting solutions As part of the wider team, the role holder will contribute to the preparation of statutory returns as required. As we implement our strategic plan, the role holder will support work to identify business intelligence requirements and find ways to report our data to deliver insights and inform decision making and actions., Strategic and Operational Planning

• To support the key deliverables of the annual planning cycle as required including the
development and monitoring of operational plans; the setting of student number targets; and setting tuition fees. Data analysis and Reporting
• To support analysis of and produce reporting on key external datasets, such as the
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) metrics and the National Student Survey (NSS), generating actionable insights and working across the institution to communicate results.
• To undertake a range of student related management information and business
intelligence reporting to inform strategic planning and decision-making
• To support institutional research and academic planning through the analysis of sector
data and trends, and undertaking desk-based research and horizon scanning
• To develop and maintain dashboard reporting related to the areas of analysis covered
by the role
• To establish an annual publication cycle for reporting in line with the role holder's
responsibilities Statutory returns and Data
• As required to support and contribute to the delivery and compilation of statutory
returns completed by SPP including the Data Futures return
• To contribute to the overall data quality underpinning our statutory returns, and the
related student records. Resolving issues and providing feedback and guidance as appropriate to key stakeholders on student data related issues.
• To support development of the range and scope of external information sources used
by the SPP and the wider university to inform planning activities ensuring that data is relevant and accessible (e.g. sector datasets, economic/industry data, demographics) General
• To ensure the effective dissemination of outputs generated through the role, ensuring
that information resources are co-ordinated and accessible to SPP staff and the wider institution as appropriate.
• As required and in conjunction with SPP colleagues, to provide planning support,
management information, data analyses and briefing reports for the SMT, Committees and the wider community in relation to the work of the team and relevant external policy.
• As and when required, to present the findings of reporting and analysis to internal
stakeholders, and join working groups related to the role.,
• To acquire and maintain specialist knowledge relevant to the role including the
requirements of external agencies/statutory bodies and external metrics and apply this knowledge to the role and inform the wider university community.
• As necessary, initiate and undertake ad-hoc projects linked to the work of this role
Other duties
• In addition, you will be required to undertake any other duties as may reasonably be
required
• At all times to carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the College Code on
Equality and Diversity/ /Dignity at Work Policy;
• At all times to help maintain a safe working environment by attending training as
necessary and following the College's Health and Safety Codes of Practice and Policy., Producing clear and concise analytical reports for committees and senior A, I staff Undertaking in-depth analysis of critical performance data and reporting A, I, P insights that are solution-focussed Self-guided data manipulation and exploration of complex data sets to A, I, P identify trends for further action Working in the higher education sector or demonstrable understanding A, I of the cultural environment of universities and the changes underway in

Education to degree level or significant relevant experience A, C Desirable Criteria 1 - Qualifications Data analysis / statistics qualification A, C Essential Criteria 2 - Experience Working with and analysing large datasets from a database, using A, I reporting and query tools Undertaking data analysis with accuracy and attention to detail A, I, P 4. Goldsmiths, University of London, New Cross, London, SE14 6NW, Producing Data Visualisations / Dashboards A,I Using Data Visualisation Software e.g. Power BI Using student record systems A, I HESA Student Record Return A, I Optimising data quality in statutory returns Essential Criteria 3 - Knowledge In depth understanding of the importance of management information A, I and its role in supporting decision making Data reporting tools for data insight, their specification and application A, I Understanding of range of data available to support internal and sector A, I, P analysis and HE statutory reporting requirements Understanding of how external measures and assessments such as TEF A, I, P and league tables work and how the data utilised by them is derived Desirable Criteria 3 - Knowledge The HE policy environment and current changes in the sector and how A, I these impact institutional planning Essential Criteria 4 - Skills Ability to present complex information in accessible, engaging ways and A, I, P in different formats ranging from in-depth narratives to visual presentations Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues A, I across the institution and to nurture external contacts and networks to, Excellent oral and written communication skills to be able to present A, I, P complex information to a varied audience Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a range of A, I, P colleagues, including senior management, across the institution Good organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise own work A, I with a flexible approach within a changing environment Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel with the ability to work with large A, I, P datasets Ability to work independently and proactively, adapting as required to A, I changing demands Ability to think creatively and explore a range of solutions to problems, A, I, P with the confidence to challenge existing understanding and practice and offer alternative perspectives Good team-working approach and desire to contribute to overall team A, I success, and the ability to provide leadership to a team when required Desirable Criteria 4 - Skills Previous experience of using PowerBI to develop dashboards A, I

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• Competitive salary
• Working in Zone 2, with fantastic transport links and interest free travel to work
loans
• Excellent annual leave entitlement plus additional closure days at Christmas
and Easter
• Membership of USS or LPFA pension scheme, dependent upon grade
• Maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave and pay
• Contractual sick pay provision
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7/365 confidential
and free advice, support and information service on a range of personal, family or work related matters.
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives including the Chaplaincy and Staff Choir
• On-site dining facilities
• Access to University of London facilities such as Senate House Library