Enterprising Futures Project Manager

Company description:

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Job description:

The Role

We are looking for a passionate, motivated professional to support Enterprising Futures an initiative founded by Newcastle University graduate, philanthropist and entrepreneur Rob Wood.

As part of a £1.25 million donation, Enterprising Futures is advancing the University's enterprise and entrepreneurship offer to students and graduates as well as our outreach work in secondary education.

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager for Entrepreneurship and Start-up, the post holder will also work closely with colleagues in Student Recruitment, Advancement and Student Success and report to the Enterprising Futures Steering Group.

Your role will be to work across teams and third-party stakeholders to ensure we are delivering an outstanding set of experiences across Enterprising Futures.

We are currently working with a hybrid approach to some remote and some place-based working and are happy to support candidates who want to relocate from outside of the region.

The post is full time, fixed term until 31st July 2028.

About you

To be successful in this role you should have experience of the education sector (Higher Education or Secondary Education). You will need to demonstrate the ability to work on complex projects to challenging deadlines as well as excellent organisational, interpersonal and written skills.

An essential element of this role will be your ability to influence stakeholders to ensure they are fully engaged in the successful implementation of the projects and initiatives you are working on.

Next steps

For informal enquiries about the role please contact Claire Adamson e: claire.adamson@newcastle.ac.uk

To apply, please upload a copy of your CV and a letter of application which evidences how you meet the knowledge, skills and experience outlined in the person specification.

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