RGU Head of International & Overseas Partnerships

APPOINTMENT OF

the head of international and overseas partnerships

The professional University

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www.rgu.ac.uk

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CONTENTS

THE OPPORTUNITY 4

DIRECTORATE OF MARKETING, COMMUNICATION AND STUDENT RECRUITMENT 6

THE INTERNATIONAL OFFICE 8

ROLE PROFILE

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Person PROFILE

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The Professional University

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One Campus , One Vision

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Aberdeen City & Shire

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Corporate Management arrangements

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Senior Management Chart

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Summary of Terms & Conditions

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THE OPPORTUNITY THE ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY IS ONE OF THE TOP MODERN UNIVERSITIES IN THE UK, WITH A TRACK RECORD OF DYNAMIC LEADERSHIP AND A REPUTATION AS AN INNOVATIVE AND AMBITIOUS UNIVERSITY.

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The Times University Guide consistently places Robert Gordon

As the most senior manager focused 100% on international

University as top new University in the UK, a position supported by

recruitment, the Head of International and Overseas Partnerships will

one of the UK’s best graduate employment records. In 2010, we were

have a key role to play in achieving our international ambitions and

the best University in Scotland for graduate prospects, (The Sunday

indeed in helping drive forward the process of internationalisation

Times) with only 2.3% of our graduates unemployed within 6 months

across the University. To succeed in this role you will need to provide

of graduation. What’s more, with over 87% of our graduates landing

leadership and vision to a committed and ambitious team of four

graduate-type jobs within 6 months, our success in this area is on

international recruitment and exchange professionals. You will be

a par with Cambridge, and bettered only by the London School of

responsible for channelling the team’s energies and encouraging

Economics and Imperial. And just when we thought it couldn’t get

new ways of thinking, new ways of marketing and new ways of

better, The Sunday Times named us their Scottish University of the

managing our key relationships in those countries where we operate.

Year 2011.

As well as demonstrating effective leadership, you will also need to be an instinctive and trustworthy networker across the institution,

The International Office is part of the Directorate of Marketing,

harnessing assets and skills across different departments to maximise

Communication and Student Recruitment, (together with the

our international success. Ideally you will have experience in

Marketing, Communications and Admissions Offices). The

Commercial or Higher Education with an in-depth knowledge of the

International Office has responsibility for the recruitment of full-

key drivers impacting on the higher education sector. In short, we

time overseas and non-UK EU students in terms of marketing and

will expect you to have the credibility and drive to make an early and

promotion, and also international partnerships. This is an enormously

positive impact on the International Office team and the University’s

important area of the University’s business, with international students

international business as a whole.

bringing a dynamic, multicultural perspective to the campus, helping sustain a vibrant postgraduate portfolio and contributing substantially to our annual fee income. Numbers of international students at the University have grown rapidly over the last 7 years, particularly from India and Nigeria and in the fields of business and technology.

Numbers of international students at RGU have grown rapidly over the last 7 years, particularly from India and Nigeria, and particularly in the fields of business and technology. Given the increasingly competitive market for international students, we are now seeking to consolidate our numbers and diversify our intake further especially across subject area – and we do not underestimate the challenges that we face in doing so. Our business is also evolving so you will equally need to help us develop international partnerships and support the international agenda of our three new research institutes.

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DIRECTORATE OF MARKETING, COMMUNICATION AND STUDENT RECRUITMENT

THE DIRECTORATE ENCOMPASSES THE INTERNATIONAL OFFICE, MARKETING OFFICE, COMMUNIATIONS OFFICE AND THE UNIVERSITY’S ADMISSIONS OFFICE. TOGETHER, WE HAVE A KEY ROLE TO PLAY IN HELPING THE UNIVERSITY MEET ITS AMBITIOUS STUDENT RECRUITMENT TARGETS.

All four departments are situated in the Schoolhill Building on our City Centre Campus. The City Centre also hosts a number of other departments as well as the Schools of Pharmacy & Life Sciences, Computing and Engineering. However our plans are that all academic and support functions will be centred on the Garthdee Campus within the next decade, and an ambitious development plan is in place to help us achieve this.

The Marketing Office devise and deliver campaigns for undergraduate and postgraduate recruitment in the UK and Eire and for those seeking distance learning options. They have a particular role to play in core publications such as the main prospectus and in raising awareness of our brand, but are also increasingly working on smaller campaigns with academic colleagues to promote specific courses to niche groups.

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The Admissions Office deal with all central enquiries and applications

In addition to close links with the other teams in the Directorate, we

and as a consequence have indepth expertise in the complete range

work closely with the Development Office, (alumni and scholarships),

of University programmes and suitable qualifications. They are also

with Student Services (International Student Advice), Study Skills

expert users of the University’s main student records system when it

(English language courses) and Business Development. But even

comes to application management. All full time international enquiries

more significantly, we work closely with our internal customers, the

are handled by an outsourced company to help improve tracking,

nine academic Schools, aiming to provide them with high quality,

monitoring and conversion rates.

professional marketing services that meet their needs and help them achieve their recruitment targets.

The Communications Office has responsibility for the University’s media relations, internal communications, events programme and web presence.

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THE INTERNATIONAL OFFICE

MARKETING •

Three Senior International Marketing Officers each have

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The great majority of our current international students

responsibility for several overseas markets. Primarily

are studying at postgraduate level are from India, China

focussed on business development and relationship

and Nigeria. However our strategy of diversifying the

management, they play a major role in managing the

international intake is beginning to bear fruit with

University’s network of overseas recruitment agents and

new markets beginning to deliver increased student

in liaising with academic departments to ensure

numbers.With our location in Aberdeen, it is not surprising

clear understanding of their needs.

to find that we recruit significant numbers onto our

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Senior International Officers are also responsible for

engineering courses, especially in the oil and gas disciplines,

devising annual marketing plans for their specific markets

but our Business School and IT disciplines are also

and agreeing both the plans and the associated budgets

extremely popular;

with the Head of International and Overseas Partnerships.

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There is potential to increase both the range of markets that

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Senior International Officers travel overseas regularly and

we recruit from and to broaden the subject mix to recruit to

for fairly extended periods.

a broader range of courses.

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PARTNERSHIPS •

As lead manager responsible, you will build on our

commercial partnership with Navitas to deliver sustainable

UG recruitment.

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An increasingly important area of work for the future will be

partnerships with Higher Education institutions across the

world, for recruitment, business interaction and research.

You along with your team have a critical role in identifying

potential partners and helping us to develop mutually

beneficial long term relationships.

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ROLE PROFILE: HEAD OF INTERNATIONAL AND OVERSEAS PARTNERSHIPS

RESPONSIBLE TO :

THE PURPOSE OF THE POST:

The Director of Marketing, Communications and Student Recruitment,

To provide highly effective, visible and dynamic leadership to the

who is accountable to the Vice-Principal and Pro Vice-Chancellor for

International Office team, encompassing international recruitment,

the Student Experience and External Relations.

exchange and partnerships.

Working with key stakeholders across the university to deliver the international recruitment strategy, which aims to raise the international profile of RGU, recruit to target against country and course and above all diversify the on campus international student population.

To work closely with senior staff across the university to develop and implement a strategy for managing and developing overseas partnerships and exchanges Ensure that an aligned marketing strategy is developed with our private pathway provider, Navitas.

To ensure marketing strategies and plans align with our business development service which seeks to secure profitable, sustainable business with corporate entities in the UK and internationally.

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SPECIFIC DUTIES : 1. Maintain and update the University’s International Recruitment Strategy, and oversee its implementation in order to achieve agreed returns on investment.

2. Plan and deliver an integrated international marketing plan to promote RGU and generate enquiries and applications in designated target markets.

3. Ensure that the University’s agents are managed, monitored and serviced in line with the University’s requirements.

4. Manage, develop and review the University’s relationship with the Hobsons Service Centre ensuring high quality and cost effective CRM for all direct enquiries and applicants.

5. Establish excellent working relationships with key University staff and provide professional support to departments on a range of international activities.

6. Manage the budget for the International Office.

7. Manage and develop the delivery of overseas partnerships and exchanges.

8. Build and maintain professional relationships with a variety of external agencies including the British Council, BUILA, SUIG, Scottish Government, UUK, US. 9. Contribute to the continual development of the University’s internationalisation strategy.

10. Ensure that market research and forecasting reports are developed and maintained for all core and emerging markets.

GENERAL DUTIES:

11. Work closely with our private providers Navitas, to ensure

1. Lead the International Office, with a focus on maintaining a high

marketing and recruitment plans are aligned and any joint ventures are

performing and motivated team.

delivered.

2. Work closely with Admissions, Communication and Marketing to ensure effective marketing and admissions planning is delivered.

12. Analysis of complex student data and reporting from a variety of

3. Play an active role on the management team of the Directorate.

systems.

4. Take an active role in assisting the Director in the preparation of papers and bids to service the various University’s committee’s.

Additional information:

5. Provide policy advice and options on complex issues, both written

You will be required to spend up to 3 months of the year travelling

and orally.

overseas for extended periods of time. This will by nature of the business require evening and weekend work.

6. Contribute to the continuing processes of change management and improvement within the Directorate.

You will also have to be prepared to travel to any designated

7. Ensure that you are engaged with relevant external bodies and

international market, identified by the University.

networks, that can provide opportunities for RGU. 8. Working with the Director and Dean of Students, ensure that RGU meets and complies with UKBA visa regulations.

9. Develop strong synergies and working practices with the Alumni & Development Office and Careers Office.

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PERSON PROFILE

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

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Demonstrable significant experience in a services marketing or

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Knowledge of the global Higher Education

business development role

internationalisation agenda

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Experience of marketing/recruitment activity within an

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A qualification in marketing, management, HE leadership or

educational or commercial education environment

a member of CIM

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A degree and/or Postgraduate qualification

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Knowledge of e-marketing and CRM

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Significant experience of line management and staff

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Knowledge of developing and delivering overseas

development responsibilities.

partnerships

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Proven leadership and motivational skills

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Knowledge of one or more major overseas HE Market

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Devising and implementing international marketing and

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Experience of operations and/or systems management

operational plans

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Experience of managing overseas partnerships

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Core management skills including team building, finance,

change management

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ESSENTIAL BEHAVIOURS:

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Maintains good working relationships

In addition, all managers should exhibit or plan to develop the

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Maintains high personal standard of delivery

following behaviours:

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Champions change - looks for and implements better

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Communicate a clear and consistent vision or plan

ways of working

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Demonstrate integrity and high ethical standards

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Builds effective team performance

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Openly encourages and recognise the contribution of others

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Is decisive, particularly when confronted with challenging

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Gives constructive feedback on a regular basis

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Encourages personal development and provides

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Able to adapt and capitalise on new opportunities

appropriate opportunities

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Treats people with respect

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THE PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY ‘PROFESSIONAL’ IS OUR WATCHWORD FOR THE WAY WE TREAT ALL OUR STAKEHOLDERS, INCLUDING AND ESPECIALLY OUR STUDENTS. IT GUIDES THE WAY WE WORK TOGETHER, AND DEFINES WHAT WE EXPECT FROM EACH OTHER.

OUR HERITAGE The name Robert Gordon has been synonymous with education in Aberdeen since 1750 when the original college was founded from his bequest. With the addition of Gray’s School of Art in 1885, the School of Pharmacy in 1898 and the Scott Sutherland School of Architecture in 1957, the original college has evolved over the years into a substantial university – a leading institution of learning still able to draw upon this rich heritage.

THE UNIVERSITY TODAY

“The partnership we have with Robert Gordon University not only helps to verify the high quality of learning we provide for our people, but it also leads to a formal qualification at degree level, which both Shell and our staff see as valuable.”

The University generates an annual group income of around £92 million through corporate programmes, consultancy and other business engagement, research income and fee paying or funded students. We currently employ approximately 1600 members of staff and deliver courses to around 15,500 students. 22% of these students are engaged

Adam Lomas Vice President, EP Learning & Development, Shell

in distance learning and corporate courses.

We offer an impressive range of professionally focused courses across the arts and design, management, engineering and computing, health and social care and the applied sciences and technology. We are particularly focused on developing our key areas of strength – energy, health and social care, the creative industries and the knowledge

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“Robert Gordon’s branding as ‘the professional university’ couldn’t be more appropriate. It beats every other university in the most recent employment figures.”

Sunday Times

THE VIRTUAL CAMPUS

TRACK RECORD

The University has established a significant e-Learning capability, based

For three successive years, Robert Gordon University has retained the

around the ‘Moodle’ virtual learning environment. This is used to

position of the best modern university in the UK. (The Times, May 2010).

support an extensive range of distance learning courses and to support the learning of on-campus students in blended approaches. Effective

The Guardian University League Table for 2010 also ranked Robert Gordon

use of appropriate technologies is a key element of the University’s

University as the top new University in Scotland and second in the UK.

plans to extend distance learning provision, including corporate

We consistently maintain one of the UK’s best graduate employment

learning, and to enhance the learning experience of all students. We

records. The Times Good University Guide 2011 notes that we are still best

are, we believe, the largest provider of online, distance learning in

University in Scotland for graduate prospects, and second in the UK, with

the UK after the Open University. With this in mind, we are currently

over 83% of our graduates landing graduate-type jobs within 6 months.

reviewing our provision, marketing and corporate branding to ensure

Our success in this area is bettered only by Imperial College.

we are capitalising on this USP. Sunday Times announced that the Robert Gordon University was their Scottish University of the Year, due to our continued and sustained commitment to the student experience, evidenced through our student satisfaction rates, graduate employability and campus re-development.

Sunday Times (12 September 2010)

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INTERNATIONAL

ABERDEEN COLLEGE – AN ASSOCIATE COLLEGE

Our strategy is of ‘internationalisation’ of the total student experience for all students. This includes the curriculum, work

The strength of our regional commitment and also our understanding

placements and the wider experience they have interacting with

of the social inclusion wider access agenda is reflected in our

our staff and the community. International students have long

partnership with Aberdeen College, the largest FE College in Scotland.

been attracted to Robert Gordon University and contributed much

This is a truly outstanding alliance recognised by the Scottish Funding

to our cultural fabric. Indeed, in recent years, increasing numbers

Council as a model for others. The College is an associated college

of international students have made ours a truly international

of the University and there are articulation agreements across many

campus. 19% of our total student population come from outside

subject areas leading to 2+1 and 2+2 progression.

the EU. Expanding our cultural and commercial links with overseas organisations has helped to create many exciting opportunities for our staff and students to work abroad.

Our commitment to internationalisation is evident in the establishment of an International College at the University through Navitas.

Following the launch of the College in September 2011, we expect to significantly increase our recruitment of international undergraduate students at a time when our recruitment of international postgraduate students is coming under greater pressure.

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COMMERCIAL LINKS Our strong links with industry have delivered corporate alliances, CPD programmes and consultancy both in the UK and overseas. The deployment of blended learning through the Moodle Virtual Learning Environment is further expanding our capability for working with corporate partners and SMEs. Enterprising research is undertaken by groups throughout the University and the results contribute to technology transfer and ‘spin outs’. We have been especially successful in SMART awards.

Additionally, our commercial organisation, Univation Ltd, continues to develop strong commercial relationships with major energy organisations worldwide, winning significant corporate contracts for delivery in the UK and overseas.

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‘Among the generation of new universities, Robert Gordon

“In the past decade, the university has invested more than £100m to improve its facilities, and intends to make the Garthdee site ‘the best riverside campus in Europe.’”

University in Aberdeen is the best placed’.

The Times (June 2008)

The Guardian (12 May 2009)

THE UNIVERSITY PREPARED AND APPROVED ITS ESTATES STRATEGY IN 1994, COVERING A 20-25 YEAR PLANNING PERIOD. WE NOW HAVE ONE VISION FOR THE FUTURE – TO LOCATE ALL OUR STAFF AND STUDENTS, BY 2020, ON ONE CAMPUS AT THE STUNNING RIVERSIDE SETTING OF GARTHDEE.

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ONE CAMPUS, ONE VISION – GARTHDEE 2020

The Masterplan 2009 aims to: The first phase, the consolidation of six sites into two, (Garthdee

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Consolidate all academic and administrative activities on the

and Schoolhill) was essentially complete by 2004. To date we have

Garthdee Campus site in order to create the finest riverside

invested over £100 million in new buildings and upgrading facilities

learning environment in Europe

for students. These have included the Aberdeen Business School,

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Create a clearly legible campus heart, focused around a

the Faculty of Health and Social Care, as well as a state of the art

student-centred experience

Sports Centre, modern onsite nursery and a health centre open to

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Develop a new and unified academic development on the

staff, students and the local community.

eastern portion of the site in order to gain from the advantages

of co-location and collaboration between disciplines

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Retain and enhance the landscaped qualities of the site and

seek to achieve a stronger relationship between buildings and

the riverside setting

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Develop the Garthdee Campus in a sustainable, phased

manner reflecting the availability of project funding

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Re-utilise appropriate areas within existing buildings to form a

more holistic and integrated campus

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Develop a new focus for arrival/entrance from the south,

including a new pedestrian and cycle bridge to the south side

of the river

We have recently secured full planning consent for the Masterplan 2009 – likely to be a two phase, 10 year development and refurbishment programme, adding 34,000 m2 of new facilities and culminating in the realisation of our vision – one campus at Garthdee by 2020.

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ABERDEEN CITY AND SHIRE

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ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY IS LOCATED IN ABERDEEN WHICH IS SCOTLAND’S THIRD LARGEST CITY WITH A POPULATION IN EXCESS OF 200,000 AND 400,000 INCLUDING THE WIDER ABERDEEN HINTERLAND. THE MERCER 2010 ‘QUALITY OF LIVING’ SURVEY RECENTLY RATED ABERDEEN AS ONE OF THE TOP WORLD CITIES AND SECOND ONLY TO LONDON IN THE UK. The city is known internationally as the undisputed European capital of the energy industry. However, it also has many other sides to its character. Not least because it is located on the edge of the world renowned Scottish Highlands and the spectacular Cairngorms - a magnet for walkers, climbers and skiers from across the UK. Aberdeen is undeniably a wealthy city; it has one of the highest per capita incomes of any city after London in the UK. Such prosperity brings many benefits. The city boasts first-class facilities. Shopping and leisure opportunities are constantly expanding. Schooling at all levels is well catered for – with secondary schooling, in particular, recognised for its quality in both the public and private sectors. The hotel sector continues to expand its full range of provision as you would expect of an energy capital.

Aberdeen also offers a fine array of cultural attractions. There is an eclectic mix of bars, cafés and restaurants and a host of modern entertainments including cinemas, theatres, museums, galleries and concert halls. And, throughout the year, Aberdeen also plays host to several entertaining and stimulating festivals including the Aberdeen Alternative Festival and the International Youth Festival.

Aberdeen International Airport has direct connections with the major ‘hub’ airports of Paris, Amsterdam and Oslo as well as London (Gatwick, Heathrow and Luton) and Dublin. It also has established connections with a wide range of other major UK cities.

Useful links To view our interactive site on Aberdeenshire, with excellent information on education, health, housing, transport and weather, please visit: http://www2.rgu.ac.uk/aberdeenshire/

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CORPORATE MANAGEMENT ARRANGEMENTS

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THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS

STRATEGIC PLANNING AND RESOURCES GROUP (SPARG)

The Board of Governors of the University is constituted in accordance with The Robert Gordon University (Scotland) Order of Council 2006.

In ensuring the efficient management of the University, the Principal

The Board is composed of appointed and elected Governors who

& Vice Chancellor is assisted and supported by the Strategic Planning

have experience of higher education, industrial, commercial, and

and Resources Group (SPARG) which comprises four Vice-Principals

public service sectors and a wide range of professional practice. Staff

and Pro Vice Chancellors (one of which is ‘senior’ and is the Deputy

and Student Governors are elected and have equal standing with

P&VC), two Executive Directors, Human Resources and Information

those others who are appointed.

Technology, three Deans of Faculty and two other Deans (Learning

Enhancement and Students). The four Vice-Principals each carry

The Board of Governors has the following standing committees -

a specific strategic role focussed on the planning and resources,

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teaching, research and student experience agendas and all members Chairman’s Committee

of SPARG carry wider portfolios which may change over time.

Staff Governance Committee Audit Committee

SENIOR MANAGEMENT GROUP (SMG)

Finance and General Purposes Committee

The Senior Management Group comprises all Heads of School

Nominations Committee

and appropriate Heads of Department within the University. The

Remuneration Committee.

SMG was established following a review of ‘involvement’ and communications to facilitate better and more frequent involvement in

THE ACADEMIC COUNCIL

policy development and a better flow of information across the whole

The Board are required to delegate to the Academic Council those

University. This group has regular meetings with SPARG.

functions relating to the planning, co-ordination, development and supervision of the academic work of the University. Academic Council

For further information, please visit:

is chaired by the Principal & Vice Chancellor. Much of the work of

www.rgu.ac.uk/about/senior-management

the Academic Council is delivered through standing committees, subcommittees, Faculty Boards, School Committees and course panels.

As a result a large proportion of the University community are involved in its activities. The Principal reports to the Board of Governors on the work of the Academic Council regularly.

THE ROLE OF THE PRINCIPAL & VICE CHANCELLOR The Board of Governors is required to delegate to the Principal & Vice Chancellor those functions relating to the organisation and management of the University. The Principal & Vice Chancellor is the chief academic, administrative and accounting officer for the University, effectively the “Chief Executive”.

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SENIOR MANAGEMENT GROUP ORGANISATION CHART

Secretary to the Board

University Solicitor

Policy Advisor

Senior Vice Principal & Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Development & Quality)

Vice Principal & Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Experience) & External Relations)

Vice Principal & Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research & Commercialisation)

Dean for the Enhancement of Learning, Teaching & Assessment

Dean of Students

Department for the Enhancement of Learning, Teaching & Assessment

Student Services

Academic Affairs Library Services

Student Recruitment Development Office Student Administration Communications Office

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CREDO

Principal & Vice-Chancellor

Vice Principal & Pro Vice-Chancellor (Planning & Resources)

Finance & Procurement Estates & Property Services RGU: SPORT Planning

Vice Principal & Pro Vice Chancellor (Planning & Resources)

Dean of Aberdeen Business School

Dean of Faculty of Design & Technology

Dean of Faculty of Health & Social Care

Department of Accounting, Finance & Economics

School of Computing

School of Applied Social Studies

School of Engineering

School of Health Sciences

Department of Communication, Marketing & Media Department of Information Management Department of Law

Gray’s School of Art The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment

School of Nursing & Midwifery School of Pharmacy & Life Sciences

Department of Management

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Executive Director (Information Technology & Communication)

Executive Director (Human Resources)

IT Services

Human Resources

Univation Records Management

Organisation Development & Leadership Occupational & Environmental Health & Safety The Gatehouse Design & Print Consultancy

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SUMMARY OF CONTRACT TERMS & CONDITIONS

SALARY

CONFLICT OF INTEREST, CONFIDENTIALITY & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

The salary for this appointment is £51,240 to £57,664.

We will expect that all other paid or unpaid appointment or

EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE REVIEW

employments are declared as a part of the appointment process. We

You will be required to maintain your expertise and professional

encourage appropriate external activity within the higher education

membership (where relevant), to undertake programmes of personal

community and beyond as this can enhance the University’s influence

development, and to participate in the employee performance review

and reputation. However this can also lead to conflicts of interest

process.

and it is in the best interests of all stakeholders if other activities are declared, reviewed and properly approved. An annual declaration

ANNUAL LEAVE

is also required by the Principal, SPARG and most other senior

You will be entitled to 33 days annual leave with pay per annum in

managers.

addition to 10 Fixed Public and Statutory Holidays.

Our contracts include appropriate clauses that preserve for the

PENSION

University the right to confidentiality of its legitimate commercial

We operate under the Scottish Teachers and Local Government

interests and other rights over material property in its ownership.

Pension Schemes. Contributions are made by employer and employee and they are both “final salary” schemes incorporating ill

RELOCATION

health and death benefits. The schemes are widely recognised as

We will agree with the successful candidate relocation assistance

excellent schemes. If you have a personal pension we will discuss with

appropriate to his/her particular circumstances, with a maximum

you the most appropriate arrangements.

allowance of 12% of salary (subject to Inland Revenue conditions and terms of the Relocation Policy). You will be required to reside in

FORM OF CONTRACT & NOTICE PERIOD

Aberdeen or within 30 minutes travel to work distance of it.

The contract offered is expected to be a normal substantive contract.

The notice period is negotiable but we would expect it to be not less

OTHER BENEFITS

than 6 months. However, there may be candidates for whom other

You will have access to a range of voluntary and salary sacrifice

forms of contractual arrangement would be beneficial and, at this

benefits, including personal healthcare, dental plans, health cash

stage, we are open minded as to the final outcome.

plans, childcare vouchers and cycle to work schemes, as well as an onsite Sports Centre and Nursery.

SICK PAY

We are keen to ensure that your career move is appropriately

Sick Pay entitlement is generous (up to six months full pay and six

rewarded and if circumstances dictate, we will discuss the terms of the

months half pay) as would be expected under public service scheme

overall package with the successful candidate. Unfortunately we are

arrangements, however, in the event of long term ill health, we reserve

unable to offer car, car loan or leasing arrangements.

the right to seek early medical evaluation.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL A comprehensive pre-employment medical will be required of the successful candidate.

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