** INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**
Applications for the role of Deputy Dean (Education) for the Faculty of Social Sciences are invited from among the members of the Academic Staff (Ordinance 8). Please note we are unable to consider applications from non-University of Essex employees.
The Deputy Dean (Education) is among the principal officers of the University. They play a crucial role in supporting the Executive Dean in the implementation within their Faculty of the University's strategic objectives for education. The Deputy Dean (Education) also plays a key part in the implementation within their Faculty of the University's policies and processes for maintaining academic standards; maintaining and enhancing the student experience of the Faculty's students; and dealing with individual student cases for departments within the Faculty. The Deputy Dean (Education) is line managed by and reports to the Executive Dean, while working with the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) to support the effective implementation of the University's strategic objectives for education.
Applicants must have the academic standing to gain and retain academic credibility within the University academic community. They must also have experience of managing effectively one or more programmes within their department, or of other significant management responsibilities for educational provision at departmental or Faculty level.
Appointment to this role will be for a fixed-term of 3 years, with the possibility of renewal for a further 3 year period. An annual leadership allowance will be awarded to the successful candidate for the term of their appointment.
Please see the further detail link below for a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. Applications should be made on-line, but if you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please telephone the Resourcing Team (01206 874588 / 873461 / 873521).
*Further detail: Deputy Dean (Education), Social Sciences job pack