Local, national and international public and private sector organisations and regulatory bodies. Key contacts with collaborative partnership organisations. PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria Essential Desirable How to be assessed Qualifications, knowledge and experience Extensive experience and successful track record of providing strategic and visionary direction in the development of sustainable diverse international collaborations and partnerships, with international peer recognition. Good knowledge and awareness of the different international student recruitment markets of the Academic Units within the Faculty. A higher degree, PhD, or equivalent professional qualifications Knowledge and awareness of the broad context of Higher Education and government policy in the UK the current and forthcoming challenges and opportunities it presents. Working knowledge of foreign languages, especially Mandarin CV and references Application and interview CV and certificates Application and interview Application and interview Planning and organising Proven ability to plan and shape the direction of international/enterprise activity with substantial impact on finance and/or reputation of the University Proven ability to lead major contract negotiations and/or consultancy activities, developing funding sources and attracting significant funds Proven ability to internationalisation teams Application and interview Application and interview Application and interview Problem solving and initiative Able to develop significant new concepts and original ideas within own field. Able to demonstrate creative and entrepreneurial thinking, sound judgement, and practical problem solving skills. Be able to demonstrate financial acumen with the ability to increase or develop additional sources of income. Application and interview Application and interview
Communicating and influencing Communicate new and complex information effectively, both verbally and in writing, engaging the interest and enthusiasm of the target audience. Ability to be an articulate advocate for the Faculty and able to promote and protect its interests. Demonstrate highly developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to influence, collaborate and interact effectively with a range of stakeholders including staff (at all levels), students and other stakeholders. Able to achieve results through persuasion, negotiation and influence at all levels in order to foster and maintain relationships in the UK and overseas, resolving tensions/difficulties as they arise. Proven ability of providing expert guidance and to colleagues in own team, other work areas and institutions to develop understanding and resolve complex problems. Ability to cultivate strong networks and build links with the wider community and with business, industry and other stakeholders and represent the University nationally and internationally. Able to negotiate for the Faculty on key issues. Able to develop and lead key communications strategies. Application and interview, references Application and interview, references Application and interview, references Application and interview, references Application and interview, references Application and interview, references Application and interview, references Other skills and behaviours Be able to demonstrate financial acumen with the ability to increase or develop additional sources of income. Ability to work with others to ensure staff and resources are managed effectively. Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues Positive attitude to colleagues and students Application and interview, references Application and interview, references Application and interview Application and interview