(ii) After consulting others Proposing changes to University legislation or procedures with University impact –wide Making formal responses on behalf of the University to external bodies such as HEFCE, QAA, OIA, following wider consultation within the University e.g. Pro Vice Chancellor, Senate and – sub-committees, Director of Academic Services divisions as appropriate Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience Required (Please give details of the knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience for the job that are required in order to carry out the post effectively.) Knowledge: A good Honours degree or relevant experience such that the tasks detailed in the job description can be carried out effectively Previous experience of Academic administration in Higher Education, involving academic quality assurance and enhancement Demonstrable understanding of current quality principles, practice and issues in HE and the complex and often contradictory needs of the various stakeholders concerned with HE Quality Experience of using standard software packages including Word, Access, excel and PowerPoint Experience of web publication is desirable Experience of Project Management (preferably in relation to academic audit or review), staff management and individual mentoring or coaching of staff Skills Excellent analytical and presentational skills (written and oral) The ability to formulate clear and balanced proposals/outcomes on the basis of sound interpretation and analysis of the implications of external changes An ability to appreciate complex problems, and where appropriate, devise novel and innovative solutions as well as adapt current practice to meet new demands Numerical skills, including the ability to interpret and present complex qualitative and quantitative data with clarity in reports MA8a Academic Quality Manager – Interpersonal skills, including strong skills of negotiation, persuasion and motivation The ability to work as a team member, managing and leading a team, and to relate to, and work effectively with, a range of staff at all levels within the University and contacts outside The personal confidence to advise and influence senior staff and other decision makers across the University, combined with diplomacy in handling complaints and managing conflict A capacity to exercise independent professional responsibility and discretion, and use political judgement in the development of sound processes to support academic quality assurance and enhancement across the University The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, determining priorities and managing conflicting demands A proactive approach to duties and to the review of procedures while developing and maintaining systematic and timely procedures The ability to be self-reflective and a willingness to undertake appropriate development opportunities to rectify weaknesses Communication skills (Please detail the people the post holder deals with regularly what is the nature of the communication? – What skills are needed in order to deal successfully with the contacts?
(ii) After consulting others Proposing changes to University legislation or procedures with University –wide impact Making formal responses on behalf of the University to external bodies such as HEFCE, QAA, OIA, following wider consultation within the University – e.g. Pro Vice Chancellor, Senate and sub-committees, Director of Academic Services divisions as appropriate Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience Required (Please give details of the knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience for the job that are required in order to carry out the post effectively.) Knowledge: A good Honours degree or relevant experience such that the tasks detailed in the job description can be carried out effectively Previous experience of Academic administration in Higher Education, involving academic quality assurance and enhancement Demonstrable understanding of current quality principles, practice and issues in HE and the complex and often contradictory needs of the various stakeholders concerned with HE Quality Experience of using standard software packages including Word, Access, excel and PowerPoint Experience of web publication is desirable Experience of Project Management (preferably in relation to academic audit or review), staff management and individual mentoring or coaching of staff Skills Excellent analytical and presentational skills (written and oral) The ability to formulate clear and balanced proposals/outcomes on the basis of sound interpretation and analysis of the implications of external changes An ability to appreciate complex problems, and where appropriate, devise novel and innovative solutions as well as adapt current practice to meet new demands Numerical skills, including the ability to interpret and present complex qualitative and quantitative data with clarity in reports MA8a – Academic Quality Manager Interpersonal skills, including strong skills of negotiation, persuasion and motivation The ability to work as a team member, managing and leading a team, and to relate to, and work effectively with, a range of staff at all levels within the University and contacts outside The personal confidence to advise and influence senior staff and other decision makers across the University, combined with diplomacy in handling complaints and managing conflict A capacity to exercise independent professional responsibility and discretion, and use political judgement in the development of sound processes to support academic quality assurance and enhancement across the University The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, determining priorities and managing conflicting demands A proactive approach to duties and to the review of procedures while developing and maintaining systematic and timely procedures The ability to be self-reflective and a willingness to undertake appropriate development opportunities to rectify weaknesses Communication skills (Please detail the people the post holder deals with regularly – what is the nature of the communication? What skills are needed in order to deal successfully with the contacts?
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