Programme Administrator, African Studies Centre

Location: African Studies Centre, Oxford School of Global and Area Studies 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA) as a Programme Administrator supporting the African Studies Centre on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Role:

We are seeking a talented, organised and proactive administrator to support the delivery and day-to-day administration of postgraduate programmes within the African Studies Centre.

This is a varied and rewarding role within the OSGA Education Team, reporting to the Programme Coordinator and Examinations Lead. The post-holder will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the programme and contributing to a high-quality student experience.

You will act as the first point of contact for prospective and current students, managing enquiries and providing accurate advice throughout the student lifecycle. You will support course administration, including maintaining programme information, coordinating timetables and student communications, and assisting with student inductions and supervision arrangements.

The role also involves supporting academic staff with admissions processes, course planning and programme delivery, as well as coordinating events, meetings and committees. You will contribute to examinations and assessments administration, including managing submissions, liaising with examiners, and supporting marking and results processes.

Working closely with colleagues across OSGA and the wider University, you will also assist with programme-related communications, student feedback processes, and operational activities that underpin teaching and learning.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and collaborative team in a dynamic academic environment.

About You:

You will have experience of academic administration or a similar role within a complex organisation, ideally within higher education. You will be highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work accurately to deadlines.

You will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including students and academic staff. Strong IT skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

A flexible and proactive approach, along with a commitment to providing excellent service and supporting an inclusive academic environment, will be key to success in this role.

Working Arrangements:

This role is based in Oxford, with a hybrid working arrangement (typically a minimum of three days per week on-site, subject to operational requirements).

Further information on this role can be found in the job description, click the 'Apply' button above.

You must have the Right to Work within the UK as this position may not amount to enough points under the points-based immigration system in the UK. For more information please visit: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks.

All applications must include a CV and Supporting Statement.

For further guidance and support, please visit https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. 

We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:

• Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
• Discounted bus travel
• Subsidised onsite catering
• Cycle loan scheme
• Plus, many other University benefits

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Tuesday 28th April 2026. Applications received after the closing date cannot be considered.

Interviews will be held in person on Friday 22^nd May 2026.

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