Head of Operations and Engagement – SPRITE+

We are seeking to appoint a Head of Operations and Engagement to SPRITE+, the Security, Privacy, Identity, and Trust Engagement NetworkPlus, funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council. 

The Head of Operations and Engagement role requires an experienced and dynamic individual, with experience of project and operational management of large-scale collaborative networks and research projects.  The successful candidate will have excellent organisational, planning, and communication skills to lead all operational aspects of SPRITE+ activities, ensuring that the Network delivers its objectives. They will lead a small professional services team (including at least two administrative colleagues from University of Manchester and a Business Intelligence and Engagement Manager based at Imperial College London) and will work closely with colleagues at all levels across the University of Manchester and beyond to ensure efficient delivery of Network objectives.

Working alongside the Director of SPRITE+, the Head of Operations and Engagement will play a leading role in the strategic development of the NetworkPlus, scoping and delivering new activities, which include a Global Scholars Fellowship programme, Project Partner engagement awards, and a student engagement programme.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons and all appointments will be made on merit. As we are committed to the principles of the Race Equality Charter Mark, we would particularly welcome applications from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community who are currently under-represented at this level in this area. 

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out morehere

Blended working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Professor Emma Barrett
Email: emma.barrett@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:
Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.