Principal Executive Officer for Educational Reform

3 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Scottish Further and Higher Education Funding Council Full time

Position Overview

The Scottish Further and Higher Education Funding Council (SFC) serves as Scotland's authoritative body for tertiary education and research. We allocate substantial public funds annually to enhance learning, teaching, skills development, student support, and research innovation.

Accountable to government officials and the Parliament, our mission is to maintain a premier system of tertiary education and research that empowers students, transforms lives, and fosters social, economic, and environmental prosperity.

As the tertiary education landscape evolves, SFC has a proven history of implementing reforms and cultivating trusted partnerships with governmental entities and various stakeholders to ensure a sustainable future. Recent consultations by the Scottish Government signal potential changes in the funding landscape, positioning SFC at the forefront of future developments.

We are in search of an outstanding strategic leader to succeed our current Chief Executive, who has made a significant impact. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and financial acumen, along with the ability to influence at the highest levels of government while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and inclusivity.

This role presents a unique opportunity to guide substantial aspects of the reform agenda and leave a lasting legacy in Scotland's tertiary education sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish a culture of collaborative leadership and teamwork to fulfill SFC's mission with creativity, urgency, and effectiveness.
  • Provide expert advice to SFC's Board to ensure sound governance and strategic direction.
  • Play a pivotal leadership role across the tertiary education, skills, and research sectors, fostering relationships with government, funded organizations, and industry partners to drive impactful change.
  • Position SFC as the authoritative source of information and insights to guide policy-making and funding decisions.
  • Serve as a role model for the organization's values, promoting a culture of inclusivity, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
  • Lead organizational change to align with government reform initiatives in post-school education and skills.
  • Act as the Accountable Officer, ensuring responsible management of public funds and demonstrating effective governance.
  • Implement robust performance and risk management frameworks to support SFC's objectives and facilitate comprehensive reporting.

Candidate Profile

  • Leadership: A confident leader capable of motivating and developing a diverse organization through periods of change, with a focus on high performance and staff wellbeing.
  • Resource Management: Experience managing significant budgets while ensuring accountability and value for public investment.
  • Influence and Integrity: Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and uphold high ethical standards.
  • Judgment and Political Acumen: Ability to advise on key elements of SFC's mission and align with governmental priorities using sound judgment.
  • Personal Effectiveness: Highly motivated to achieve results while managing internal and external pressures effectively.
  • Knowledge of Education and Research: Strong understanding of the Scottish education landscape and the role of research in driving societal benefits.
  • Commitment to Diversity: A deep personal commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion within the organization and the broader education system.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, SFC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including contributions to a defined benefit pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and support for professional development.

We prioritize health and wellbeing, providing access to occupational health support, employee assistance programs, and opportunities for volunteering.

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