Senior Curriculum and Assessment Officer Ref: 32131 (Fixed Term)
Location
Brighton, UK
Hours
Full-time considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE (36.5 hours). Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).
Grade 6 starting at £33,882 to £37,999 per annum, pro rata if part time.
Contract Type
Fixed Term Contract
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Business School at the University of Sussex for a Senior Curriculum & Assessment Officer. If you have experience working within higher education, are an experienced administrator, enjoy handling data, are adept at interpreting and applying policy, and are looking for a new role in a vibrant and supportive team, then consider applying for this position.
Your knowledge and experience will help to inform decision-making at a senior level on matters regarding student progression and the shaping of Faculty policies & strategy. The role holder is expected to develop an in-depth knowledge of University, Faculty & external policies and regulations to provide guidance to the Associate Dean for Education & Students, the Directors of Teaching and Learning, Academics, Senior Management within the Faculty, and Professional Services colleagues.
The Business School comprises five departments with both standard and non-standard courses including UG & PG plus MBA and Online Distance Learning courses, making this a varied and impactful role. A proportion of our courses are subject to Professional Statutory Regulatory Bodies accreditations, and the individual in this role supports the School's efforts with regards to both course and School level accreditations. The role performs a key function in upholding compliance and quality assurance across the breadth of the School's portfolio in accordance with both internal & external regulatory bodies.
About you
The role holder will be confident in their knowledge in order to make urgent and quick decisions which impact on students. The role also presents a fantastic opportunity to develop your management skills, supporting more junior team members.
Key Skills:
* Highly driven, creative, enthusiastic, and well-organised with proven administrative & organisational skills.
* Approachable, professional, and able to remain calm and make informed decisions under pressure.
* Ability to work proactively, as well as reactively, to prioritise and manage multiple projects.
* Confident communicating with senior colleagues and stakeholders.
* Aptitude for detailed work & problem-solving, with the ability to identify and implement improvements to existing processes and develop new processes as required.
* Self-motivated with an interest in supporting the development of the Curriculum and Assessment team.
Additional Information
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Fixed Term until 15 October 2025 (Maternity Cover).
Contact Information
If you are experiencing any issues using our application portal or if you require adjustments to be made to the selection process, please contact us on (01273) 873743 or recruitmentadministration@sussex.ac.uk to discuss your requirements.
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