Partnerships Senior Administrator

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a Global Partnerships Senior Administrator to join the Global Partnerships team, part of the Global Engagement Office, as we prepare to deliver the global ambitions expressed in the Sussex 2035 Strategy.

This is an exciting time to be joining the University of Sussex as we build on existing success in global engagement. 

Global engagement is front and centre for the University, supported by a commitment to embed internationalisation in our education and to increase our international research profile. 

We have bold plans for furthering our reach of and reputation for excellence through taking our education overseas, creating opportunities for impactful research collaborations and for enriching student experience. 

To underpin its partnerships operations, the University is seeking an experienced and highly professional administrator; a team player with outstanding communication skills, who demonstrates tact and cultural sensitivity. They must have the administrative capacities to ensure thorough financial and logistical oversight of Global Partnerships supported activities, and the accurate management of progress reporting. Above all, we are seeking an individual who exhibits initiative, a can-do attitude, and a genuine enthusiasm for the provision of consistent high-quality service.

About you

Ideally, you will have relevant working experience in an administrative role, particularly in Higher Education. You will have the skills to manage your own workload and at times, support other colleagues. You will communicate clearly with the team, line management, and stakeholders. Knowledge and experience of working with people from different cultures and backgrounds would be an advantage.

About our Division

The Global Engagement Office supports realisation of Sussex’s strategic mission by putting the University’s progressive ideas and excellence in research and education to work across the globe. We do this by opening up international opportunities for students and staff and engaging partners for the development of global citizens and enlightened change leaders.

Please find further information regarding the division at Communications, Engagement and Advancement: University of Sussex

Why work here

Find out more about our reward and benefits package. 

Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion

Further Key Information

Please contact Peter Boddy (P.Boddy@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.

For full details and how to apply see our vacancies page.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK. 

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