University of California, Berkeley job ad: Intercultural Training Specialist

Intercultural Training Specialist
University of California, Berkeley
Date Posted: October 7, 2015
Type: Non tenure track
Employment Type: Full-time

International House
International House is a non-profit, self-supporting residential and community-oriented program center located in the southeast foothills of the Berkeley Campus. Its mission is to foster intercultural respect and understanding among people throughout the world across cultural, economic, and ethnic lines. I-House provides nearly 600 students and scholars from the United States and around the world with an opportunity to live and learn together. I-House’s rich array of programs serves the residents, the campus and local community.

Center for Intercultural Leadership
The Center for Intercultural Leadership (CIL) is a center of excellence for training and research to advance leadership, understanding and collaboration across cultures. CIL offers programs and trainings for International House, the UC Berkeley campus, the corporate world, and not-for-profit organizations.

Responsibilities
We are in search of a unique candidate to join our dynamic Intercultural Leadership team. This position reports to the Director of CIL. The successful candidate will be an experienced technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the field and recognized expertise in specific areas. Problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources. Functions with a high degree of autonomy. Serves as liaison with campus and community groups who have interest in the field of intercultural communication. The position will have some or all of the following responsibilities:

Program/Curriculum Design and Planning
• Researches and develops new workshop curriculum for other intended audiences
• Improves design of current intercultural professional development workshops for staff, student and corporate/non-profit populations
• Uses considerable discretion to determine methods and procedures for current and new course offerings and topics
• Actively participates in long-range strategic planning for I-House intercultural education and training programs
• Coordinates instructor objectives with methods of instruction;
• Stays up to date on current methodologies, theories, tools, and research in the intercultural education field. Continuing professional development required.Training and Instructional Services
• Leads workshops on intercultural education topics for multiple audiences
• Recruits, selects, orients, evaluates and supervises qualified accredited and/or certified instructors, as needed
• Co-facilitates educational workshops with CIL trainers;
• Establishes evaluation criteria for measuring desired results and impact, in conjunction with the CIL Director and other staff
Marketing and Outreach
• In conjunction with CIL staff and the I-House Communications team, helps to create marketing materials for CIL in print and electronically
• Strategizes with CIL staff and Communications team to create and deliver consistent and effective messaging to constituents
• Promotes I-House intercultural education and training programs on and off campus;
• Develops relationships with on- and off-campus constituents to recruit participants to attend CIL training opportunities
• Builds and maintains relationships with outside (non-campus affiliated companies and organizations)
• Coordinates activities and materials designed to promote awareness of the Center for Intercultural Leadership within the campus community and to the general publicEvaluation and Research: Continually conducts program evaluation
• Establishes evaluation criteria for measuring desired results and impact
• Researches similar existing programs at other institutions
• Conducts relevant intercultural research at International House, when neededAdministrative Duties
• Ensures each initiative and program has a project plan; leads projects toward timely execution
• Actively completes multiple projects’ tasks in accordance with agreed-upon project plans, and in conjunction with CIL staff
• Develops, prepares and reconciles budget for program(s)
• Orders supplies, improves resource library, and maintains office environment

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience and training
Three to five years in Intercultural Training in a university or higher education setting
Clear and precise English speaking and writing proficiency required
Courteous and professional demeanor with composed personality and responsive disposition
Ability to understand and serve a highly diverse resident and client population
Three references required at the time of application

Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Intercultural Communications or related field from accredited university
Working knowledge of UC Berkeley campus, colleges, schools and departments and their services and functions
Ability to speak, read and write at least one language other than English

Salary
Hiring Range: $4375.00 minimum Monthly – 6691.67 midpoint Monthly
Comprehensive benefits package offered by the University

To Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying online.

Additional Information
This position has been designated as sensitive and may require a Criminal Background Check. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.

University of Sydney job ad: China Studies

Director, China Studies Centre
The University of Sydney
Closes: 29th November 2015
Job Ref: 1632/0715

The University of Sydney is Australia’s first university and has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7500 permanent staff, supporting over 52,000 students.

The University is seeking a Director for its China Studies Centre, which formally began operations in January 2011. The Centre was established to respond to the need for an innovative understanding of China and its impact on Australian society in the face of increasing interdependence and strategic global change. It represents a comprehensive endeavour to harness existing cross-disciplinary expertise within the University to provide a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of China’s rapidly changing economy and society. The Centre will coordinate and provide direction to the University’s work on and in China across the whole range of academic activities, including research, education and outreach. It also aids social, cultural and economic interactions between Australia and China beyond Canberra and Beijing, and be an informed voice in Australia-China relations. The Centre provides:
• A hub for cross-disciplinary education and research
• A centre for leadership programs
• A network for deeper and broader engagement with government, business and civil society, with a focus on local China beyond Beijing
• A voice for commentary, dialogue, informed discussion and outreach to Australian and Chinese societies, to help each know the other better and to prosper together
• A global platform for articulating Australia’s perspectives on China.

The Director will be a senior academic in any area of Chinese Studies and will have a distinguished international profile. She or he will also have a sophisticated appreciation of the rapid changes affecting the Chinese economy and society. A strong track record in competitive grant awards and attracting external research funding, and experience in undertaking collaborative research are also required. The Director will have excellent leadership and management skills, as well as high-level interpersonal skills. An understanding of the diversity and tensions in the field of Chinese Studies, and the demonstrated capacity to undertake outreach and engage the wider community are particularly important. The Director will be appointed as a professor of the University and, as such, she or he will also be expected to meet the University’s general criteria for an appointment at the professorial level.

TERM & REMUNERATION
The position is full time for a period of five years in the first instance with a possibility for renewal. A salary package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated.

APPLY
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website; search by the reference number 1632/0715 for more information and to apply.

Specific enquiries concerning the position should be directed to Professor Stephen Garton, Provost and Deputy Vice Chancellor.

For general recruitment enquiries please contact Mr Fabrice Noël, Principal Recruitment Consultant.

CLOSING DATE: 11.30pm 29 November 2015 (Sydney time)

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups, including women and people with disabilities are encouraged. As the University of Sydney has established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution, applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are also encouraged.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

© University of Sydney

University of New Mexico job ad

The Department of Communication & Journalism at the University of New Mexico invites applicants at the rank of a senior associate professor or professor with tenure to be appointed chair. The successful applicant must be a scholar able to lead an integrated department with graduate programs in communication and undergraduate programs in communication, journalism and mass communication.  The applicant should be able to demonstrate strong organizational skills and be dedicated to excellence in research, teaching and service.  The ideal candidate should be able to encourage collaboration and enhance learning opportunities with community organizations, professionals and public media outlets.

The chair position is typically a four-year, renewable term, contingent on favorable annual evaluations.  Duties include ensuring delivery of the curriculum, managing faculty and staff, as well as the budgets and program assessments and fostering faculty and graduate student research.  The chair represents the Department within the College and greater University and also facilitates collaboration with other university units. The date of appointment is August 2016, prior to the commencement of the fall semester.

The doctoral program specializes in culture with emphases in intercultural communication, health communication, and mass communication.  It enjoys a national/international reputation in intercultural communication. The MA program offers a general communication degree and the Department has over 800 undergraduate students majoring in communication, strategic communication and multimedia journalism.  The Department currently has 25 full-time faculty.

The Department of Communication & Journalism is housed in the College of Arts & Sciences. A&S is the largest and most diverse of UNM’s eleven colleges and schools.

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is a Carnegie Very High Research Activity Institution and a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, with nearly 35,000 students on the main and branch campuses. UNM offers benefits to same-sex and different sex domestic partners.

UNM is located in Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico. It is an ethnically diverse city in a metropolitan area of over 900,000 that has been listed as one of the best places to live in the United States. The city has rich cultural diversity and offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation and adventure. The University is located one hour south of Santa Fe and within minutes of the Sandia and Manzano Mountains, which feature excellent hiking, biking, rock climbing and skiing.

Minimum Qualifications:
1.      Doctorate in communication, journalism, mass communication or a related field.
2.      Achieved the rank of senior associate or full professor.
3.      Administrative/leadership experience at the department level or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:
1.      Record of excellence as a leading communication scholar.
2.      Demonstration of leadership experience at the university, department or community levels.
3.      Ability to address the needs of a department that integrates communication, journalism and mass communication.
4.      Demonstrated excellence in teaching graduate and undergraduate students.
5.      Ability or potential for obtaining external funding to support research and teaching.
6.      Record of active participation in academic and professional associations.
7.      A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Application Process:  A complete application consists of:  (1) letter of interest identifying scholarship, areas of administrative/leadership experience and teaching experience; (2) academic curriculum vita; and (3) three letters of references.  Reference letters should be emailed as PDF files from the letters’ authors directly to Dr. Phil Ganderton, Senior Associate Dean AND to Dr. Janet Shiver, Chair, Communication & Journalism.   References will be contacted for all semifinalists.

Submit application materials online.  For best consideration, applications should be submitted by December 15, 2015, and applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. For more information, contact, Dr. Janet Shiver, Chair, Communication & Journalism. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM continuing faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

University of Nebraska job ad: Judaic Studies

Director of the Harris Center for Judaic Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

We are seeking an exceptional and dynamic individual in the area of Jewish studies who will lead and serve as Director of the Norman and Bernice Harris Center for Judaic Studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), a public land grant research university and member of the Big 10/Committee on Institutional Cooperation, with a total enrollment of over 25,000 students. The Harris Center for Judaic Studies promotes and supports scholarship in Jewish civilization and the nature and history of anti-Semitism. The Center administers and interdisciplinary minor in Jewish Studies, support for undergraduate and graduate research, and a program of public lectures and conferences, and oversees a scholarly community for faculty working on topics related to Jewish Studies.

We are seeking faculty members at the associate to full professor level who have active scholarship or creative activity in Jewish studies. Field of expertise is open within the social sciences and humanities. The tenure home will be within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Director will provide leadership and administrative oversight for the Center and foster the full potential of the Center through innovative collaboration within UNL and outreach to the Lincoln and Omaha communities.

Qualifications include a Ph.D. or equivalent in the social sciences or humanities with expertise in Jewish studies; a distinguished record of teaching, scholarship, and service; and a vision for enhancing the research and educational programs of the Center. Requirements also include excellent communication skills, both oral and written; evidence of community engagement; demonstrable leadership ability; and an interest in working with the University Foundation, donors, and alumni to support fundraising. The preferred candidate will have at least two years of experience in program development and budget planning.

To be considered for this position, candidates should apply online, requisition #F_150259, and complete the Faculty/Academic Administrative form. Application materials should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a full list of publications, the names of three references, and brief research, teaching and administrative statements. Inquiries regarding the position or the application process should be directed to: JSDirectorSearch@unl.edu, or Judaic Studies Search Committee Chair, College of Arts and Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1223 Oldfather Hall, Lincoln, NE 68588-0312. Screening of applicants will begin on January 4, 2016; however, the search will continue until a suitable candidate is found. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

Central European University job ad (Budapest)

CENTRAL EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY
School of Public Policy
Director of Center for Media, Data and Society
Budapest, Hungary

Description
The Center for Media, Data and Society (CMDS) is one of the leading centers of research on media, communication, and information policy in Europe. Affiliated with the School of Public Policy (SPP) at Central European University (CEU), CMDS produces scholarly and practice-oriented research addressing academic, policy, and civil society needs. In addition to research, the Center serves as a focal point for an international network of acclaimed scholars and academic institutions; provides trainings and consultancies; and organizes scholarly exchanges through workshops, lectures, and conferences on current developments in the field.

CMDS is now seeking to appoint a Director who will further develop the Center’s vision and profile and extend its network and scope of activities. The Director will lead the Center, working to improve ways in which the Center contributes to the life of SPP and CEU, strengthening ties and creating opportunities for collaboration. The ideal candidate will bring fundraising and project development experience to the extensive portfolio of the Center and be committed to advancing the mission of the Center, SPP, and CEU.

We encourage applications from candidates who are willing to make a long-term commitment to living and working in Budapest.

You can find more information including how to apply here .

Compensation
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, as well as a dynamic, supportive, and international environment.

About the School of Public Policy
In the words of its founder, George Soros, SPP aspires to become a “new kind of global institution dealing with global problems.” It is committed to the values of public service and the promotion of open societies through interdisciplinary research, innovative teaching, and engagement with policy practice.

SPP’s rich portfolio of academic programs combines knowledge and experience of policy design and practice. The programs are tailored for students from around the world seeking careers in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors at the local, national, and international levels.

About Central European University
Central European University (CEU) is a research-intensive university specializing in graduate education in the social sciences, humanities, public policy, law, and business. It is located in Budapest, Hungary, and is accredited in the United States and Hungary. The language of instruction is English. CEU’s mission is to promote academic excellence, state-of-the-art research, and civic engagement in order to contribute to the development of open societies around the world. CEU offers both master’s and doctoral programs, and enrolls more than 1,500 students from over 100 nations. The teaching staff consists of more than 180 resident faculty members from over 40 countries, in addition to a large number of prominent visiting scholars from around the world.

You can find more information including how to apply here .

CEU is an equal opportunity employer

University of Sharjah job ad (UAE)

Dean – College of Communication
University of Sharjah , United Arab Emirates

The University of Sharjah is considered a leading institution of higher education in the Arab Gulf region and Middle East. It offers a number of academic programs in a vast array of specializations, including the arts, humanities and social sciences, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, health sciences, engineering, applied sciences, business management, communication, law, Sharia and Islamic studies, and fine arts and design. Endowed with a beautiful campus and world-class facilities, it attaches the highest importance to providing top education and a distinct university experience to its students.

As a part of the University’s vision, it offers comprehensive academic and research programs at the diploma, bachelor, master, and PhD levels, which attract distinguished students from across the UAE, the Arab Gulf countries, and a number of other countries.

A perennial desert environment surrounds the University of Sharjah, located in Sharjah University City. Students, faculty and administrative staff engage in a wide range of year-round recreational, cultural and social activities both in the Emirate of Sharjah and throughout the Emirates since the University is located close to major cities and the beautiful coastlines of Sharjah, Dubai and Ajman.

The College of Communication, established at the University of Sharjah in 2002, now has an enrolment of approximately (1400) students, (1050) on the main campus in Sharjah and (350) at its branch locations in Khorfakkan and Kalba. The College is comprised of two academic departments:  The Department of Mass Communication and Department of Public Relations. The Mass Communication Department includes three accredited programs (Journalism, Electronic Media, and Graphic Design and Multimedia) in addition to its Communication Program in English. The Public Relations Department offers one accredited academic program in Public Relations. The College also offers a master degree program in communication.

The College of Communication is distinguished for its high quality programs and outstanding faculty. The College witnessed important developments in its technical infrastructure through the establishment of computer and multimedia laboratories in addition to press publication laboratories and radio and television studios.

Benefits Provided to Deans at the University of Sharjah

The University of Sharjah provides a competitive tax-free salary and benefits:
• A dean’s salary at the University of Sharjah ranges between (AED 45,000 – 60,000).
• Benefits include:
• Business class air tickets for the dean, his/her spouse, and up to three children under the age of 18 who will reside with him/her in Sharjah and round-trip annual vacation air tickets.
• Housing accommodations on campus, including water and electricity.
• Group health insurance for the dean, his/her spouse, and family members covered in accordance with the regulations in effect at the University.
• Shipping allowance for personal items in the amount of at most AED4,000 at the beginning of the appointment and a similar amount at the end of services.
• Furniture allowance in the amount of (AED30,000).
• Children’s educational allowance in the amount of at most (AED25,000) for one child and at most (AED75,000) for all children.
• University education for children (two at most at the same time) enrolled at the University of Sharjah.
• End-of-service gratuity in the amount of one month’s salary for each year completed.

The University of Sharjah is currently seeking to appoint a candidate for the position of Dean of the College of Communication, who will provide leadership at a critical stage of the College’s expansion of its research and academic programs. The new dean is expected to join the College at the beginning of the academic year 2016/2017.

Disciplines: Graphic Design, Communication and Media

Candidates interested in the position are encouraged to apply early by sending their application as soon as possible. Please use the Apply through website button to submit an application.

Royal Roads University job ad (Canada)

This is a newly created regular full-time position.

Director, Communications and Community Relations
Royal Roads University

Royal Roads University, located just minutes from downtown Victoria, British Columbia and situated amongst old growth forest and awe inspiring ocean and mountain views, is the only public university in Canada created solely to address the knowledge needs of the global economy and the BC labour market through applied and professional programs – our flexible, innovative learning model is integral to our success.

Our organizational vision is to connect people, ideas and experiences to change lives and the world. Strategic communications is a key support function to achieving this vision by managing the institutional reputation, enhancing its relevance and by strengthening relationships to expand influence and create partnerships.

Responding successfully to meet the changing needs of the post-secondary landscape has afforded Royal Roads University (RRU) continued growth opportunities. As we continue to move forward in our 20th year of business we are seeking a proven and experienced communications and community relations professional who will be a strategic facilitator for the VP, Communications and Advancement and the Executive. In executing this role you will integrate annual and multi-year initiatives and tactics across several, mutually-supporting functions (stakeholder & government relations, media relations, executive services, institutional communications). Additionally, you will ensure the strategic positioning of RRU’s messaging, guided by the need to convene public trust, regulatory compliance and Ministry policy.

In leading the Communications unit you will be operationally accountable for: linking organizational strategy and communications; building and maintaining trust and performance across relationships within the functional scope (government relations, community, media); and leveraging and managing communication opportunities and challenges with the digital evolution and social web.

To be well suited to the role you will possess the following qualifications and competencies:
• A graduate degree or equivalent in communications, public relations or a related field plus five to seven years of relevant experience, preferably for an educational institution.
• Five years of related senior professional communications and public/government relations experience.
• Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing communications and stakeholder relations plans.
• Successful track record of building positive stakeholder relations, including media relations.
• Proven planning, performance management, budgeting and supervisory skills.
• Independent initiative, sound judgment and strategic decision-making abilities.
• Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills, including the ability to work to tight deadlines and deal with a high degree of organizational complexity.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills
• Highly collaborative, ability to work consensually with cross functional teams representing various schools and departments
• Ability to work on a number of different initiatives concurrently.
• Understanding of and respect for the values and culture of a university environment.
• Proven ability to independently set and accomplish goals, establish priorities and meet deadlines with minimal direction.
• Excellent financial management and administration skills.

Royal Roads University is committed to appreciating and celebrating the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. We strive to increase understanding and acceptance of each other, thereby making us more compassionate human beings and strengthening the fabric of our communities. Experience working in diverse settings is essential to this position.

In addition to a collegial learning community, Royal Roads University offers a comprehensive compensation package, with a starting salary based on qualifications and experience and participation in the College Pension Plan.

To apply please forward your cover letter and curriculum vitae (preferably in electronic format) to:
Email: rru-career-opportunities@royalroads.ca
Competition # 15-107-M0151
or
Human Resources – Career Opportunities
Royal Roads University
2005 Sooke Road
Victoria, BC   V9B 5Y2
Fax: (250) 391-2570 Tel: (250) 391-2511

The competition will begin on September 1, 2015 and review of interest received will commence on September 21, 2015; however, the competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

While Royal Roads University values all applications we receive, only those candidates short-listed for further consideration will be contacted. RRU is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the principle of equity in employment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority consideration.

If you are sending your application via e-mail, please ensure that your electronic file is saved in MS Word or Adobe format.

University of Leeds job ad: Transcultural Cities (UK)

University Academic Fellow in Transcultural Cities
University of Leeds – Faculty of Arts
Closes: 30th September 2015

Our increasingly transcultural cities are substantially shaping research agendas. Transcultural dynamics are central to current sociopolitical debates, from the status of cultural diversity in the curriculum, to effects of immigration on resources in cities, to rights and responsibilities of the local in relation to super-state/supra-state formations.  The School of English wishes to appoint a University Academic Fellow in order to develop this exciting new research field, one which allows us to facilitate internalization and expand partnerships with transcultural third-sector partners in Leeds and the Yorkshire region.

You will contribute to the University’s ambition to excel at REF2020, with a sustained record of internationally excellent, and some world-leading, publications.  Acting as catalyst for collaboration across the School, the Faculty, and the Leeds city region, the Fellow will organise seminars with international speakers, network internationally, and build local collaborations.  There is an opportunity to maximise inter-cultural partnerships in the culturally diverse cities of Yorkshire and particularly within the Leeds conurbation.  You will co-supervise PhDs and work on and contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes the School of English. You will also be expected to submit grant applications for personal fellowships, for example, an Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) early-career Fellowship; Leverhulme Fellowship, and small individual or networking research grants as well as work with colleagues across the schools to submit larger grants and to target relevant themed research funding, in particular Horizon 2020 Societal Challenge 6; ‘Inclusive, innovative and reflective societies’and the AHRC’s Translating Cultures theme.

You will have demonstrated research excellence in the broadly defined field of transculturalism and in addition will have begun to develop a strong teaching profile derived in part from this expertise.  You will also have a developed awareness of, and aptitude for, maximising the advantages offered by the funding landscape, including the impact agenda.

You will be exceptionally well placed to make a significant contribution to the School’s research and grant capture, as well as its excellence in research-based teaching, and will be able to enjoy a thriving research community with substantial expertise in the related areas of Critical and Cultural Theory and Postcolonial Literatures and Cultures. Outstanding collections and archives are available in the Brotherton Library, one of the leading research libraries in the UK.

Cardiff Metropolitan University job ad (Wales)

Head of Internationalisation
Cardiff School of Management
Cardiff Metropolitan University

As part of the University’s new Internationalisation Strategy and to further build upon our strong international presence, the successful applicant will be accountable for delivering School and University internationalisation objectives and will work to integrate an international, intercultural and global dimension into all of the School activities.

The successful candidate will hold a doctoral qualification, or have the ability to achieve a doctorate within an agreed timescale.

Summary of Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
• Work with the Deputy Dean and other senior managers in the School to agree a strategic direction that is in line with the University’s internationalisation strategy.
• Reporting to the Deputy Dean to assist him to lead across the School the implementation and delivery of University and School policies, strategic decisions and compliance requirements particularly those related to internationalisation.
• Lead and manage within the school in relation to international student recruitment, student mobility and an internationally focused curriculum and assist the Deputy Dean in partner relationship management.
• Work with Associate Deans (Research) and (Enterprise) in the School to expand international research and enterprise opportunities.
• Work closely with the International Office and Alumni Office on the development of the University Global profile and expansion of its international alumni relations.
• Work with the Deputy Dean to develop, support and evaluate equality and diversity initiatives.
• Work with School administrative and academic  staff, Academic  Registry and International Office staff on matters relating to the administration and attendance international students
• Work with the Deputy Dean to write proposals and/or bids for European funding for internationalisation.
• Work with the Deputy Dean and International Office to develop the school marketing strategy and international student recruitment and outward mobility.
• Work with the Associate Dean (Enterprise) on the expansion of summer school opportunities
• Where appropriate, deliver teaching overseas.
• Work closely with the Deputy Dean and the Dean of Quality Standards to ensure that international activity complies with the University’s academic standards and quality.
• Promote a welcoming and stimulating international academic and social environment in the school for incoming staff and students from overseas and for international visitors.
• Promote an understanding and appreciation the School and its students of the opportunities and values of internationalisation.
• Contribute to internationalisation initiatives for academic staff, including the development of staff capability to internationalise their curriculum and adopt relevant learning and teaching practices.
• Promote a positive image for the University throughout all School activities.
• Substitute for the Deputy Dean when required.
• Undertake teaching and engage in advanced research and/or enterprise, as agreed by the Dean of the School.

Closing date for applications is 9 September 2015

To apply for this role please complete an application form and return to Human Resources.

Anglia Ruskin University job ad: Director of International (UK)

Director of International
Corporate Marketing, International & Development Services
Anglia Ruskin University
Closes: 24th August 2015

About Anglia Ruskin University:
Our vibrant, modern University is gaining prominence both nationally and internationally and we have ambitious plans for our future. Our main campuses in the cities of Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough have been transformed with major capital investments. With an annual income of £190m and over 35,000 students, we are a major force for higher education in the East of England.

About the role:
This is an exciting, crucial role and a great opportunity for the right candidate to use their knowledge, skills and experience to support the international marketing and recruitment activity at our University. Working closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor, you’ll facilitate the delivery of the integrated service focussing on generation and conversion of applications in accordance with our corporate plan.

With a higher degree and/or relevant professional qualification at post-graduate level, you’ll have an excellent understanding of international recruitment markets, and experience of successfully establishing and managing an international recruitment activity in higher education. You’ll be a self-starter with lots of enthusiasm, passion, innovation and creativity along with an understanding of the different technologies used for marketing of such programmes including digital and social media.

We value diversity at Anglia Ruskin University and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Guidance Notes:
For a list of key requirements, please download the Job Description and Person Specification – accessed via the apply link below. To apply for this role please demonstrate how your skills and experience match the criteria in the person specification.