Senior Online Distance Learning Coordinator at University of Sussex

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the University of Sussex Business School Online Distance Learning team for a part time Senior Online Distance Learning Coordinator to help lead and support the with the provision of online taught courses offered by the School, working in collaboration with the University’s distance learning partner Boundless Learning. This position is a part of a job share with another colleague.

The Business School currently offers 4 online Masters degrees in International Marketing, Energy Policy, Sustainable Development, and Global Supply Chain Management, as well as one Postgraduate Certificate course in Marketing Analysis and Consultancy. Taught 100% online and with 6 start dates per year, our courses give students the opportunity to start their course when they like and study flexibly in their own time from their own home. The Virtual Learning Environment is our digital alternative to the University campus, and the platform has been designed specifically for students learning online with the University.

With the help of the Assistant Education Manager for Online Distance Learning and other Senior Online Distance Learning Coordinators within the School, the post holder will be responsible for supervising a small team of Coordinators to support and organise the administration and day to day operational running of our courses and associated teaching support processes. Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Dealing with student, faculty, and colleague enquiries
• Maintaining accurate module and assessment records
• Distributing student information
• Supporting examination and assessment processes

We are seeking a creative and motivated candidate, who is a good team member and has a strong record of administrative and organisational skills. The ability to take initiative and to work effectively and flexibly under pressure in a busy environment will be essential, as will an aptitude for detailed work and problem solving. The post-holder will interact with a diverse customer base of students, faculty, and staff across the university and external organisations, and will be expected to deliver a high level of customer service and operational execution. Knowledge of the Higher Education environment, particularly relating to Online Distance Learning, is also desirable.

This is a hybrid working role consisting of a blend of on and off campus working in a typical working week. Up to 50% of the role can be performed remotely in agreement with your line manager, and the remainder will be based on campus.

Please contact Vicky Carroll (V.Carroll@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.

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The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Please note: The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed from the UK.