Department We are looking to appoint an experienced academic professional to a new and exciting role at the University of York, supporting the development and management of the University’s growing educational partnership portfolio. You will be based in the Academic Quality and Development Team within the Department of Student Education and Experience, who work in partnership with staff and students to ensure a high-quality and accessible teaching and learning experience. Role This exciting new role will oversee the establishment of a new Educational Partnerships team within Academic Quality and Development (AQ&D). The roleholder will have line management responsibility and will oversee AQ&D’s central role in supporting the University’s strategic and operational development of collaborative provision. Managing the application of York’s quality assurance processes in line with national expectations (e.g. QAA, OfS, UKVI), the roleholder will ensure the effective implementation of the University’s Quality Framework for Partnerships. They will have a key role in coordinating collaborative provision activity across the institution, and they will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and external partners, contributing to the sustainable growth of the University’s partnership portfolio. Skills, Experience & Qualification needed Knowledge of UK higher education quality assurance and enhancement agendas. Knowledge of the opportunities, challenges and risks to be considered for the successful development of educational partnerships. Experience of supporting the development and quality oversight of educational partnerships within a higher education context. Experience of coordinating initiatives or projects involving multiple stakeholders. Experience of line management and coordinating the work and development of a team. Able to research, assimilate and organise complex information. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills. Excellent skills in planning, organisation, project management and evaluation. Interview date: To be confirmed For informal enquiries: please contact Duncan Jackson at duncan.jackson@york.ac.uk. The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. EqualityatYork