The Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences at Queen's University Belfast spans distinct academic disciplines that promote leading advances in science and technology, impacting hugely on all aspects of modern living and shapes our future.
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the post of Director of Operations. The successful candidate will report to the Registrar and Chief Operating Officer, providing leadership and vision to support internationally leading research which are coupled with outstanding teaching and learning that are focused on the needs of our society, locally and globally.
The Director of Operations will be a senior member of Professional Services staff and will work in partnership with the Faculty Pro-Vice-Chancellor (PVC), leading at a strategic level through effective development and management of professional service functions. The post holder will play a vital role alongside the Faculty PVC, Deans, Heads of School and School/Institute Managers, to ensure that the ambitions outlined in the University Strategy are delivered through effective faculty planning, prioritisation and mobilisation of relevant resources.
In addition the post holder will be a member of both the University Operating Board and the Faculty Executive Board, where they will have shared responsibility for developing and delivering the strategic objectives of the University and the Faculty. The role will also Chair the Faculty Operations Board and will lead on planning, risk management, resourcing, and budgeting for the faculty.
The post will require an individual with experience of operational leadership at a senior level in a complex organisation, with a proven involvement in influencing strategy and improving processes. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering strategic outcomes with agility, flexibility and creativity.
The main terms of appointment:
The University is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all. However, our employment monitoring data tells us that individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, people with a disability and those who identify as LGBT+ are currently under-represented at the University. As such, we particularly welcome applications from such individuals.
As you may be aware, Queen’s is recognised as one of the most diverse organisations in Northern Ireland. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is a safe, welcoming and inclusive place to work, which is why we subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as Stonewall Workplace Equality Index, Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena SWAN.
It is also why we have established award winning Staff Networks such as PRISM and iRise. These networks provide an opportunity for staff to meet in a friendly, informal way to support each other. More details on all our networks can be found here.
Informal enquires may be directed to Alistair Finlay, email: Alistair.Finlay@qub.ac.uk
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