Specialist (Communications) - CG8247SB

Start: 3 April 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter

The International Education Institute (IE) at University of St Andrews is recruiting for a full-time Specialist (Communications) post.

This post provides the opportunity to join IE’s dynamic specialist/administrative team, which has a core focus on professional excellence in promoting and enhancing educational programmes offered by the institute, as well as supporting students during their studies. 

The intended start date for this position is 3 April 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Why work for IE?

IE has developed a reputation for excellence in education at an institutional, national and international level, with a particular focus on EAP (English for Academic Purposes), TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), and International Education. Our specialist/administrative team is a key driver of this success, with an active role in promoting programmes, supporting applicants and students, and ensuring that institute-level systems and processes function smoothly to provide the best student experience possible.

This post offers a supportive working environment, opportunities for collaborative professional development with academic and specialist/administrative staff, and opportunities to work closely with our diverse study body at postgraduate, undergraduate or foundation level, or on short courses.

Why work at University of St Andrews?

St Andrews is one of the oldest universities in the English-speaking world, and is consistently one of the UK’s highest ranked institutions. The Guardian 2023 university rankings placed St Andrews 1st overall in the UK. 

Please see the Further Particulars document for more information about University of St Andrews.

Position requirements

Please see the linked Further Particulars document. We are seeking applicants who enjoy taking on new challenges, and who have a strong commitment to both their own and colleagues’ professional development.

Queries

Questions about the position should be sent to the IE Assistant Director (Recruitment and Administration), Deborah Brazendale (deborah.brazendale@st-andrews.ac.uk).

Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and applicants with other protected characteristics that are under-represented in professional posts at the University.  

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/.

In accordance with the new immigration rules, it is with regret that this role does not meet the current suitability requirements set by the UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. The University encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of nationality and all applications received are assessed against the essential and desirable criteria listed in the further particulars.  The successful candidate will have to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and where required, obtain the right to work in the UK without relying on University sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on hrimmigration@st-andrews.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 13 February 2023

Interview Date: 9 March 2023

Please quote ref: CG8247SB

Further Particulars: CG8247SB FPs.doc

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