Events and International Online School Officer, Refugee Studies Centre (Maternity Leave Cover)

Key responsibilities

• Organise three, week-long, International Online Schools in Forced Migration, and provide administrative support throughout these events.

• Prepare, maintain and develop the International Online School’s virtual learning environment using the University’s preferred platform, Canvas.

• Promote the International Online School to potential participants and funders.

• Work collaboratively with other RSC staff, including academics, on the creative design and development of new and existing events.

• Coordinate the Visiting Fellowship Programme, including responding to enquiries and applications; arranging inductions.

 

This role is full time and fixed term for 13 months, although applications to work 0.8 FTE will also be considered. Hybrid working will be possible if desired to support a healthy work-life balance (two days remote working per week available for this role on a flexible basis)

 

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in the field of social sciences. They will also have proven numeracy skills and experience of working with budgets, producing financial reports for managers. Experience of working in the higher education sector is an advantage.

 

At ODID we embrace and cherish our differences, and endeavour to be considerate and welcoming of all. You are most welcome at ODID, without the need to hide any part of who you are. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these affect us, and those around us, personally and professionally. We hold an Athena Swan bronze award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural changes which promote equality, cherish diversity and create a better working environment for all. We are also taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We work together to enrich, fortify and grow our community and dedicate our combined efforts to teaching and research to increase our impact and influence in development debates at the national and global level. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for our vacancies and join us in pursuing our goals.

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