Interim Dean and Head of School

3 weeks ago


Nottingham, United Kingdom University of Nottingham Full time


INTERNAL VACANCY

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only. 

We are looking to appoint an Interim Dean and Head of School to the School of Health Sciences at the University. This exciting leadership role will require someone with passion, drive and high-quality leadership and communication skills to provide inspirational, effective, and efficient leadership to our school.

As Dean and Head of School, you will be accountable to the Faculty Pro-Vice-Chancellor for all aspects of the performance and running of the School, including resource and budget management. You will work with the School’s senior leadership team to develop and deliver strategic implementation plans in line with University and Faculty plans, and to develop capacity and talent within the School, for delivery of excellence in education and research. You will provide strong and effective leadership and management, with the ability to motivate, develop and enthuse others to deliver high standards in response to key performance indicators and metrics.

This is an excellent opportunity to act as an ambassador for the Faculty and University and to show your commitment to enhancing the quality and reputation of our academic services. You will be a key member of the Faculty Executive Board working with colleagues on delivering Faculty strategy, performance, and financial plans. 

To succeed in this role you will have:

Effective, inclusive leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire diverse people to deliver high standards.  Interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate and influence others to ensure the vision and values of the University are achieved.  Ability to communicate and present in a large range of formal and informal settings. Strong analysis, judgement, and problem-solving skills with the ability to cope under pressure with competing demands. A recognised profile of personal achievement.  Understanding of the issues and opportunities facing both the HE and Healthcare sectors.

To access the role profile and to make an application please visit the link below. You are required to upload your CV and a covering letter (max 2 pages) describing:

• The qualities that you would bring to the role,

• Your vision and strategy for the School of Health Sciences,

• An overview of the challenges facing the School and Faculty and appropriate solutions for addressing these challenges.

This post will commence on the 1st August 2024, for 6 months.

The closing date for applications is Monday 27 May at midnight. 



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