Administrative Assistant - Stirling, United Kingdom - University of Stirling

University of Stirling

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Stirling, United Kingdom

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Description

Post Details
Full time
Open ended

There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK

This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.

The Post

The successful applicant will work within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities with an expected start date of 01 March or by mutual agreement.

Administrative Assistants are responsible for delivering a range of activities relating to the administration of academic programmes, supporting the student experience, and providing assistance to academic staff, students and professional service colleagues across the Faculty.

As the first point of contact for staff and students you will demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills and support the day today running of a busy office.

An interest in supporting the student community is essential as is the ability to work flexibly, as part of a team and to prioritise work in a busy environment.

Description of Duties

Work with the Faculty Administrator to support the effective operational delivery of a range of activities related to the student experience
Provide support to Heads of Division, Associate Deans, programme directors, module coordinators, other academic staff, professional services colleagues, applicants and students
Develop close working relationships with colleagues in central professional services teams
Programme and module administration
Liaise with Programme Directors/Module Coordinators regarding programme and module content; updating Single Source of Course/Akari information and reviewing degree programme tables
Processing programme handbooks, teaching materials and communications with students
Set up and maintain module material on the Virtual Learning Environment (Canvas)
Administration of ethical declaration procedures
Administering student attendance policies; liaising with Programme Directors/Module Coordinators on students at risk
Responsible for appointment of external examiners, examination papers, organisation of PhD vivas, and all arrangements including minuting of examination boards
Responsible for marks upload and processing Examiners' Report forms for student awards
Responsible for administration of late submission of essays/extensions and ensuring that module coordinators are advised
Supporting Student Staff Feedback Committees and other Divisional and Faculty Committees as required
Provide administrative support for Faculty contribution to Open and Applicant Days; contribute to other Faculty and University events as required
Organise visiting speaker programmes
Monitor risk assessment processes within the Faculty and support staff with the arrangement
Liaise with academic staff to refresh web content (e.g. online course pages, student profiles, testimonials, student videos, news items);
Assist with recruitment, marketing and conversion activity as required; distribution of material to current students, applicants and alumni
Raise purchase orders and process staff and student expenses
Organise travel arrangements
Responsible for maintaining fixed assets register
Liaise with property management regarding the refurbishment and redecoration of offices and the replacement of equipment
Order and maintain office supplies
Undertake personal development in skill areas related to the post
Contribute to the development of revised processes and policies which will enhance the student experience and ensure such processes and policies are implemented; work collaboratively with colleagues in the Faculty and wider University to share best practice
Undertake any other duties and responsibilities, commensurate with the grade of the post, as directed by line manager.

Essential Criteria

Qualifications:

Good educational background (to at least HND level) or equivalent professional experience

Knowledge & Experience

Proven experience in administration, preferably in the HE sector
Demonstrate experience of using a range of relevant IT packages

Skills & Attributes

Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise a demanding workload and supervise tasks within a team in a pressurised environment
Resilience with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines, whilst maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures
Experience of dealing with confidential issues with tact and
Ability to foster good relationships and be diplomatic
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Creative and positive attitude with a commitment to service quality
Sound administrative, organisational and process management skills
Flexible and a willingness to learn and develop
Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
Demonstrable ability to identify problems and propose solutions
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