Executive Assistant to the Dean

Permanent Role

The Aga Khan University (International) in the United Kingdom (AKU UK) is recruiting for an Executive Assistant to the Dean on a permanent, full-time basis. The position holder will provide administrative support for the Dean’s Office in an operational capacity. Supporting all aspects of work within the Dean’s Office, acting as the secretary for the Dean and Senior Management Team meetings. They will also be the first point of contact for the Dean’s Office and be contactable on phone/email outside normal working hours, as required, to answer queries from university leadership and other senior colleagues from the Aga Khan Development Network.

The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree and relevant experience in a similar role, preferably within Higher Education.

AKU UK is based in London, UK, and is a leading, non-denominational, research-focused institution focused on the study of Muslim cultures and contexts across the diverse Muslim societies of the world, past and present. It is part of the Aga Khan University (AKU) which is an international institution of academic excellence operating in six countries and guided by the principles of impact, quality, relevance, and access. The incumbent will work with a dynamic and culturally diverse group of staff and students in a welcoming and supportive environment that embraces pluralism, demands excellence, and encourages leadership, teamwork, intellectual curiosity, debate and direct engagement with real-world problems.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV and completed application form via the 'Apply' button above. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

An application form and job description can be downloaded here.

Applications will be received till 29^th July 2024 or till a suitable candidate is found (whichever is earlier).

Note: Due to large number of applications expected, we will only contact candidates short-listed for interview. If you have not heard from us within four weeks after the closing date, please presume that your application has not been successful.

By submitting an application, you provide your consent to the Institute under the General Data Protection Regulations to share the contents of your application with relevant colleagues involved in the recruitment exercise.

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