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Pro Vice-Chancellor and Head of College of Design, Creative and Digital Industries (DCDI)

University of Westminster

Location: London
Salary: From £121,975 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 25th October 2024
Closes: 14th November 2024
Job Ref: 50052033

A global University with London energy.

The University of Westminster has a long and distinctive history. Founded over 180 years ago as London’s first polytechnic institution, it has become known for the many ways in which it helps students to realise their full potential, regardless of background. 

Westminster’s founding values are to be inclusive, progressive and compassionate, with a spirit that reflects the University’s global reach and location at the heart of a world city which is home to diverse communities. Our teaching is relevant, and contemporary, designed to prepare our students for the modern world of work. With our cutting-edge teaching and research environment, we are a leading practice-focused institution, with employability central to our mission. 

We are now seeking an exceptional individual as Pro Vice-Chancellor and Head of College of Design, Creative and Digital Industries (DCDI) to join us and bring truly inspirational, visionary leadership to a dynamic College. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor and President, you will drive continued excellence and work in partnership with stakeholders, including colleagues and students, to deliver successful, high quality transformative and inclusive learning and an exceptional experience for all. 

The College of DCDI was formed in 2018 and is made up of four distinctive schools: Architecture and Cities, Computer Science and Engineering, Media and Communications and the Westminster School of Arts. The Schools are located over three campuses in central London and Harrow. 

As a member of the University Executive Board, you will join a small team of ambitious leaders driving the University towards a successful future. You will ensure the College provides infrastructure for high performing academic Schools, and the agility to respond to societal needs and a changing higher education landscape, contributing to a focused, high-performing University. Our facilities include cutting edge studios, workshops, laboratories and collaborative space within which to explore, experiment, design build and create.

With an inspirational, collaborative approach, you will have an established reputation in your field and a strong record of research or professional practice and a passion for education and students. You will have the courage and conviction to try new initiatives & embrace change, alongside the prudence and reflectiveness to ensure continued sustainability. The University is particularly keen to identify those who will be keen ambassadors for their disciplines as well as the role of education in changing lives and creating meaningful impact.

Westminster will be delighted to hear from those who share their ambition and commitment; who look forwards & outwards, continuing to challenge with imagination and insight; and who embrace their culture of support, encouragement, and responsibility.

The University of Westminster will be supported in this appointment by executive search firm, GatenbySanderson.

For further details, including the job description, person specification and information on how to apply, please click the 'Apply' button, above.

For a confidential, informal conversation please contact:

Manjit Mundair-Lalli and Julia Roberts on PVCDCDI@gatenbysanderson.com

(Please do not apply via our website).

At the University of Westminster, diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity are at the core of how we engage with students, colleagues, applicants, visitors & all our stakeholders.

We are fully committed to enabling a supportive and safe learning and working environment which is equitable, diverse & inclusive, is based on mutual respect and trust, and in which harassment and discrimination are neither tolerated nor acceptable.

Closing date: 12 noon, 14th November 2024

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