How to Apply Before applying, please check that you can answer yes to all the following questions: • Do you have at least 10 years’ experience in the education sector within international development? • Do you have proven experience in developing and delivering education strategies? • This is an office based role, are you able to work from or relocate to one of the eight specified office locations? If you cannot answer yes to these questions, please do not apply, as we will be unable to progress your application. To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button on the job advert page, complete our online application form, and submit your CV and cover letter. The CV and cover letter should be uploaded as two different documents, which should be prepared before applying as they will be considered in the application process. The cover letter should be no more than 2 pages long – bullet points are acceptable. It should explain: • why you are interested in this role. • why you are interested in Porticus • how your skills and experience make you a good fit. For guidance on preparing a statement, please see here. The document should be saved in MS Word in the following format: Your First Name-Your Last Name-Document Name-Date (mmyy) e.g., Pat-Mabaso-CV-062021-Porticus or Pat-Mabaso-CoverLetter-062021-Porticus.
9 | Porticus Sector Director: Building Future Generations
Timeline Closing date: Preliminary interviews: Final panel interviews:
24 July 2021 week of 02 August 2021 TBC
Selection process All candidates will be notified about the status of their applications. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undertake an additional assessment prior to the final interview.
Equality statement Equality and diversity are at the core of Porticus’s values. Staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.
Queries If you have any queries on any aspect of the appointment process, need additional information, or would like to have an informal discussion, please email porticus-doe@oxfordhr.co.uk in the first instance.