Administrator (0.6fte, Ftc) - London, United Kingdom - Royal College of Art

Royal College of Art

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Please note:
this opportunity is only available to current staff of the RCA
Founded in 1837, the Royal College of Art is the world's largest community of postgraduate art and design students.

It is also the oldest art and design university in continuous operation and has been ranked as the world's number one art and design university for a remarkable nine consecutive years, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject the worldwide survey of academic and industry opinion.

Applications are invited for an Administrator in the School of Design. Reporting to the School General Manager, this is a part time (21 hours per week) and fixed term role (until

In the
School of Design our approach to teaching design reflects a passionate belief that the discipline - in its many forms - is both complex and constantly moving forwards.

We ensure new designers are better informed to meet future challenges.

Purpose of the post:

Support the delivery, coordination, organisation and administration of the School's externally funded research projects, and Knowledge Exchange programmes.

The role also involves supporting the school general manager and academic staff in pursuit of excellent standards of postgraduate education and an unrivalled student experience.

The role will span all elements of administration, including work on planning and development, marketing, admissions, student induction, timetabling, and student records.

Administrative experience of working in a busy customer focused environment with the ability to deal with a variety of student and education related issues with tact and sensitivity.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Experience of maintaining databases, using Microsoft packages.
Ability to manage and prioritise a heavy workload whilst retaining excellent customer service standards.
Problem solver and naturally collaborative.
Good level of digital literacy.
Good understanding of standards around managing, protecting and reusing information, including information security best practice and data protection principles.
Excellent organisational skills, along with communication skills with people at all levels.
The ability to use initiative, multitask and work as part of a team.

Please see Information Pack for more details.

Application deadline is 11.59pm on Sunday 3rd March 2024

Interviews are likely to be held 7th March 2024 (to be confirmed)