We are seeking an Engagement Lead, to be based at our Stornoway campus.
About us: UHI North, West and Hebrides, a partner of the University of the Highlands and Islands, has over 600 staff, 19 campuses, and circa 9000 students. We cover an area larger than Wales and encompass more than 40% of Scotland’s coastline. As Scotland’s newest college, we are at the forefront of pioneering distinctive and sustainable learning, research, and knowledge exchange for our country’s rural and island communities, with national and international reach.
Position: We are seeking an Engagement Lead, to be based at our Stornoway campus.
Responsibilities: To engage with students in the Stornoway campus, including recruitment and supporting along the student journey. To engage with school, promoting the college at school activities. To engage with the local business community, offering training courses and packages. To engage with the wider community offering short courses and events. The post holder will oversee and lead all Campus operations and will lead on the planning of local business and leisure provision in accordance with Enterprise and Engagement procedures.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The post holder will at least be educated to HNC level. A degree qualification is desirable. Experience of providing a high quality customer facing role, also experience of organising events and leading a team is beneficial to the role.
A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.
Salary: £30,283 - £32,043 per annum, pro rata plus Islands Allowance
Location: Stornoway
Working Hours: 30 hours, Permanent
Closing Date: 15th November 2024
Benefits of working for us:
· 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
· Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
· 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
· Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
· Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
· Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· £60 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work
To Apply: For a full job description and an application form, download the pack at: Staff - Vacancies (uhi.ac.uk) or email recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk
In line with our Equality and Diversity policy, UHI North, West and Hebrides is committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated on the basis of their merits and abilities, and that unfair and unlawful discrimination is eliminated. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.