Cultures, Languages & Area Studies
| Location: | Kings Meadow Campus |
| Salary: | £27,584 to £33,804 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance. |
| Closing Date: | Friday 08 September 2023 |
| Interview Date: | To be confirmed |
| Reference: | ARTS262023X1 |
Previous applicants within the last 6 months need not apply
The School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies (CLAS) is looking to appoint a Senior Administrator to provide practical, hands-on administrative support to enable a dynamic programme of R&D and business engagement in the Faculty of Arts’ new Virtual and Immersive Production Studio (located on King’s Meadow Campus). This is a fantastic opportunity to join our friendly, inclusive, and supportive team who are committed to the smooth and efficient running of the school.
Working with the Virtual and Immersive Production (VIP) Studio’s director, Professor Helen Kennedy, VIP Studio Business Engagement Officer and Technician, you will be responsible for purchasing, event set up and delivery arrangements including liaison across academic teams and the delivery of professional communications and marketing out to businesses.
You’ll have excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to communicate complex information to multiple stakeholders and the ability to work calmy under pressure/tight deadlines whilst paying attention to detail. You’ll have experience of working within a HE environment or similar complex organisation as well as experience of financial management. The ability to establish positive working relationships and personal credibility with a wide range of people is essential, as is a good knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Access.
Our School thrives through the different ideas and experiences of colleagues, who come from a mix of cultures and backgrounds. We strive to foster a welcoming, inspiring and supportive workplace. We are seeking applications from candidates whose background, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our existing team and would especially welcome applications from members of groups who are currently underrepresented in the School, particularly Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates. We understand that having a mix of perspectives, lived experiences and approaches enhances our day-to-day work and enriches our School community.
This is a part-time (21.75 hours per week), fixed-term contract until 31st July 2024.
Requests for secondment from internal candidates will be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.
At the University of Nottingham, we are committed to providing generous employment packages whilst supporting the well-being of our staff to help them reach their full potential, for further information and detail on benefits, click here.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Ian.leroux@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.