Senior professionals of educational establishments

Description

Job holders in this unit group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the administration, support systems and activities that facilitate the effective running of a university, college or other educational establishment.

Tasks

• considers staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term needs
• arranges for evaluation of management, accounting, information storage and retrieval and other facilities
• provides administrative support to the academic team
• leads or contributes to decision making processes regarding curricula, budgetary, disciplinary and other matters
• controls administrative aspects of student admission, registration and graduation
• acts as secretary to statutory and other bodies/committees associated with the educational establishment
• drafts and interprets regulations and deals with queries and complaints procedures
• organises examinations, necessary invigilations and any security procedures required
• arranges for the preparation and publication of syllabuses and other official documents
• assists with recruitment, public relations and marketing activities
• coordinates and maintains quality assurance procedures.

Educational Requirements

Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification and have gained significant relevant experience in the field of education. Specialist training courses and professional qualifications are available.