Academic Administrator (Undergraduate Administration)

Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, Pusey Lane, Oxford Temporary, to cover maternity leave until 26 October 2024 We are seeking to appoint a full-time Academic Administrator to cover for maternity leave in the small and friendly administrative team in this diverse academic department. The team is responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the student-focused parts of the Faculty’s work, which are critical to the core teaching mission of the University. The role will involve being the main point of contact for all undergraduate students with queries relating to their studies. This varied role is an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience of academic administration as part of a team of five who manage a range of processes and regulations, as well as to interact and help students with a range of queries. The successful candidate will be educated to ‘A’ level or equivalent and will be able to evidence excellent organisational skills, initiative and problem-solving abilities. The ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders is essential, as is discretion, attention to detail, good IT skills, and the ability to work effectively without direct supervision. For further details of the requirements for the role, please see the Further Particulars document. To make informal enquiries about the post, please contact Christine Mitchell, Senior Academic Administrator (christine.mitchell@ames.ox.ac.uk). The post holder will be based at the Faculty’s building in Pusey Lane, in Central Oxford, and is full-time. In aiming to provide a family friendly working environment we will be happy to discuss with shortlisted applicants opportunities for flexibility in working arrangements. Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post. Your application will not be considered without a supporting statement. Interviews will be held on 3rd July 2023.