The Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment (SSEE) is seeking to appoint a Director of Education to lead the development and delivery of our education strategy in support of the School's mission and five-year plan.
The post-holder will be responsible for developing and managing an overarching strategy of all aspects of education within SSEE, including the MSc in Sustainability, Enterprise and the Environment, executive education, online and professional courses, and the development of new programmes. The role will require strategic leadership, commercial acumen, and effective collaboration with academic and professional colleagues, external partners, and clients.
Key responsibilities:
* Develop and deliver an overarching strategy for SSEE's education programmes.
* Lead the growth and diversification of the portfolio, including new courses and formats.
* Ensure financial sustainability through effective management and commercial decision-making.
* Represent and promote SSEE's education activities externally.
Essential criteria:
* Experience in developing and managing education programmes in higher education, corporate, or professional contexts.
* Proven ability to deliver strategy, manage budgets, and generate income.
* Strong leadership, influencing, and project management skills.
* Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
The post is based in Oxford, with flexible working arrangements supported.
This post is offered on a full-time basis and fixed term for 2 years. Extension may be possible depending on further funding.
What We Offer
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees' well-being, and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
* An excellent contributory pension scheme
* 38 days annual leave
* A comprehensive range of childcare services
* Family leave schemes
* Cycle loan scheme
* Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans.
Application Process
You will be required to upload a covering letter with a supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. In your supporting statement, please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria found in the job description, and why you would like to do this role. See guidance at
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The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 15 October 2025. Only applications submitted by this time will be considered.
The University of Oxford and The School of Geography and the Environment are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome and encouraged from women, black, and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in posts in The School of Geography and the Environment. The School of Geography and the Environment are committed to equality and values diversity