Project Manager (Apprenticeship Programme Delivery) (Fixed-term)

About the role

Are you a talented project manager looking for a new challenge? A new opportunity to lead the expansion of Bournemouth University’s degree apprenticeship provision has arisen.

We have been successful in attracting project funding from the Office for Students to develop new degree apprenticeship provision to increase the number of students on our apprenticeship degrees and equality of opportunity for prospective apprentices. The aim of this exciting project is to advance our strategies and initiatives to increase choice for our students, improve graduate outcomes and widen opportunity.

To support this strategically important work, we are seeking an individual, who can manage the project tasks and deadlines to maximise their outcomes through rigorous resource planning, budget management and excellence in project leadership. The successful candidate will coordinate activities across the institution working with academic and professional services staff to meet the project objectives. The successful candidate will also represent Bournemouth University through engaging with external stakeholders.

We are looking for a project manager with a track record of managing higher education projects to successful outcomes. You’ll need to demonstrate a genuine interest in degree apprenticeships provision that meet UK skills needs now and in the future.  You will have superb management and negotiation skills, combined with an ability to prioritise and manage effectively to tight timescales. Confidence and enthusiasm are key, together with the ability to think strategically and influence at all levels whilst delivering service excellence both internally and externally.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31^st July 2025.

For an informal conversation please contact:

Professor Phil Sewell, Director of Apprenticeships and Skills (psewell@bournemouth.ac.uk)

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment.

This position is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route within the UK Visa, however BU’s salary for the role may not meet the salary threshold required for sponsorship.

You can assess your eligibility for sponsorship on the UKVI website.

About the department

Our Office of the Vice-Chancellor (OVC) serves as the hub of academic and administrative leadership, driving strategic planning and the execution of our vision. We work closely with the University Executive Team (UET) and the University Leadership Team (ULT) to drive a range of corporate activities across BU and ensure the smooth running of the university. The OVC also encompasses central functions working across BU, such as business continuity and policy and public affairs.

About us

Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives & experiences that help to build our global learning community.

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment.  We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge & enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work & their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.  

A job description for this position is available at the top of this page. If you require this in a different format, please contact us at hrvacancies@bournemouth.ac.uk

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