Job title: Programme Administrator, SOAS-Alphawood Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art (Maternity Cover) Department: College of Humanities Contract Type: Fixed Term (1st May 2025 – 30th April 2026) Grade: 5 Salary: £30,851.57-£34,472.57 pa inclusive of London Allowance Location: SOAS, Russell Square, London Hours: 35 hours per week (1.0FTE) SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges. About the Department: The SOAS-Alphawood Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art is a full-time study programme that runs from September to July each academic year and consists of a combination of in-person and online modules. In addition, a number of in-person and online short courses are offered each year. The programme has a formal association with the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. The programme has a dedicated administrative team who provide a high level of support to both students and academic staff. About the Role Working alongside the Programme Manager and Programme Assistant, you will assist with the planning and preparation of upcoming modules and short courses, including the development of our new online modules, as well as the organisation of the day to day running of online and in-person teaching, providing support for the students, liaising with visiting academics, updating schedules, arranging travel, creating social media content, responding to programme enquiries. You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website. Closing date:Sunday 6th April 2025 Interviews to be held: w/c 14th April 2025 Further information If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact HR Contact Form | SOAS. 'Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006'. for the duration of their contract For information on how and why SOAS processes personal data about its job applicants, please read our Job Applicant Notice. We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, Black, Asian, other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups from within the UK and beyond. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.