Business Improvement Manager (Disability/EAM Review) (Fixed Term) at University of Cambridge
Job Description
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.
The Role
Applications are invited from experienced project and/or business improvement managers for a new, fixed term role in the newly formed Project Delivery Team in Education Services. Education Services is part of the University’s professional services and provides support to students and staff across the University and Colleges.
The Project Delivery team is a small group of project, business improvement and change experts who deliver, or support the delivery, of a range of transformational projects across Education Services in areas such as assessment, admissions and student finances. Projects can range from small, simple enhancements to major change initiatives involving multiple stakeholders across and beyond the University.
Main responsibilities
Collaborating with team members and stakeholders across the Collegiate University, you will design and implement projects that deliver effective solutions to meet the needs of a diverse academic community. Communicating effectively and enthusiastically about the projects on which you work, and championing change that drives business improvement, are important aspects of this role.
The successful applicant will be responsible for managing a programme of work implementing recommendations of a recent review of the University’s arrangements for exam allowances, mitigations and reasonable adjustments. This will include managing a review of the University’s approach to support for disabled students to be conducted by an external consultancy. They may also participate in other projects within the Team’s remit, so a proactive approach to teamwork and to time management is key.
Additional information regarding the role, can be found within the Further Particulars. When applying, please upload your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification (the experience and skills required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview based upon these criteria.
Applications are welcome from external and internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
If you wish to make an informal enquiry about the post, please contact Tori Helmer Tori.Helmer@admin.cam.ac.uk
The closing date for applications is: 27th March 2024
The date for interviews is: 10th April 2024
To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button above.
If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact SSCjobs@admin.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference AC40560 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
