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Director of Sustainability

University of Glasgow - University Services - Estates

Location: Glasgow
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 21st March 2023
Closes: 17th April 2023
Job Ref: 109413

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 560 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been ranked as 81st in the world in the 2023 QS World University rankings, in the leading 6% of the universities which make up the ranking.

The University employs over 10,000 staff and is in the midst of an ambitious investment programme. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Sustainability who will be accountable for the continued development of the University’s Sustainability strategy (Glasgow Green) including allied plans such as the Carbon Management Plan and the Biodiversity plan. Reporting into the Executive Director of Estates, you will initiate, drive and deliver all sustainability projects with the clear intent of achieving the University’s ambition of net zero operational carbon emissions by 2030.

The role will require you to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders both within and external to the institution in delivering innovative solutions ensuring a consistent, proactive approach across the University.

You will have the ability to lead, influence and motivate teams and provide direction and coaching  to the dedicated Sustainability team.  You will have demonstrable experience in developing successful business cases, investment appraisals and analysis and delivering project benefits as well as developing and delivering  innovative, future-focussed solutions.

With significant professional experience, having recently held a senior post in a corporate team, consultancy, or corporate public sector, you will demonstrate a high level of written and oral communication skills and the ability to produce and implement strategic policies. You will have the gravitas, influencing and people skills to effect change and contribute to senior level decision making within a highly performing university.

Apply online at www.glasgow.ac.uk/jobs reference:109413

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs for more information.

The University of Glasgow, charity number SC004401.

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