The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is a worldwide community of inspiring health professionals working together to advance the profession and improve patient care. Together we’re a force for good, determined to make a positive difference, and passionate about speaking up for the profession.
Our community is made up of the expertise and experience of our 15,000+ outstanding, hardworking members, supported by over 100 College staff. Together, our clinicians, all of whom give their time freely to the work of the College, and staff are committed to providing an innovative, relevant and inspiring programme of activity across the College, with the ultimate aim of enhancing patient safety.
With care and compassion at our core, our work is guided by our values of inclusivity, integrity, community, innovation, and inspiring, and we are committed to living these values and behaviours through the way we work and interact with each other. The College promotes an agile, flexible workforce and while this is a full‐time post, applications from individuals seeking part‐time, job‐ share, or flexible working arrangements are welcome.
The College has introduced hybrid working which enables employees to work from both their home and in the College. The post is primarily based in the College building; however, employees have the option to work up to 50% of their working time at home, with the days being subject to the needs of the business.
The Role
The Education Manager will play a key role to develop, promote, and deliver high-quality educational courses and conferences within the healthcare sector, with a focus on innovation to increase delegate engagement and secure sponsorship opportunities. This role also involves managing, motivating, and developing a team of Education Coordinators and Clinical Skills Technicians, while providing key support to the Head of Education. Additionally, it includes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective processes and procedures to ensure the unit operates efficiently, within budget, and contributes to broader College-wide initiatives.
The following criteria outline the essential requirements that applicants must demonstrate, as well as the desirable qualities that would further support success in this role.
* Degree level education or equivalent experience
* Experience of leading a small team is necessary. The ability to lead and direct the education team will be essential.
* Strong creative streak and the ability to contribute to the successful development of new education products, including conferences, courses, and digital learning provisions.
* Practical marketing experience is highly desirable.
* Knowledge of IT systems, database-management, and Microsoft Office Excel.
* Experience of medical education activities, including advisory boards, symposia, and educational programmes, and of delivering large-scale events, including exhibitions, would be an advantage.
* Ability to provide concise reports and statistical information is necessary.
* Experience in developing new processes and systems to streamline activity within a function would be desirable.
* Some experience of eLearning would be desirable.
* Experience of handling multiple projects simultaneously is essential.
* Decision-making skills will be at a premium.
* Sponsor acquisition experience is desirable.
What You'll Get
We offer our valued staff members a range of excellent benefits, including 40 days holiday, life assurance benefits, family-friendly entitlements, health and wellbeing benefits, and a cycle to work scheme.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV, with a covering letter. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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