Programmes Officer

Closing Date: Monday, 26 October 2026, 11:59PM (UK).

About the Role
The Department of Politics and International Studies (PAIS) is a thriving community of staff and students. We are offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and pro-active individual to join our Course Support Team in the post of Programmes Officer, supporting our students with all aspects of their interactions with the department.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description (link here).

About You
The role involves working closely with the department’s existing team to ensure the smooth and effective operation of the systems and procedures which support the successful delivery of our courses and which contribute to an excellent student experience.

We are seeking a professional, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to fill the post of Programmes Officer. You will have excellent organisational skills, experience of student administration and the ability to work co-operatively and effectively with both staff and students.

About the Department
PAIS is a leading Politics and International Studies department. We are ranked 49th in the world in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, and 4th in The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. We have been ranked number 1 or 2 for ‘overall satisfaction’ in the Russell Group for Politics in the National Student Survey (NSS).

We are a diverse and inclusive community with a Professional Services team of 21 supporting education, research and departmental operations. We are committed to embedding the values of dignity, equality, freedom, and justice in our practices, including widening opportunity for both students and staff.

We offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including a suite of double-degree MAs in partnership with other institutions. We also have a vibrant PhD programme.

PAIS holds an Athena Swan Silver Award, a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression, and success for all in academia. We provide a welcoming and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment in which all colleagues can thrive. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from racially minoritised, disabled, LGBTQIA+, and economically disadvantaged communities. We actively champion a culture of inclusion, intellectual curiosity, and innovation across our diverse department.

To find out more about the department, please visit our website: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/pais/.

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

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