Bucks New University
Location
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Full Time - Fixed Term (12 months) - High Wycombe
Salary - £42,978 - £54,395
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.
The Project Manager will be responsible for the development, integration and launch of Pure, a Current Research Information System. This role will provide the project management, reporting and administration required to ensure the successful integration of this system.
As part of this change management process, they will serve as the champion for Pure to ensure appropriate stakeholder buy-in and engagement across the BNU community. They will be working with a broad range of key BNU stakeholders ranging from professional services teams such as HR, DTS and finance to the broader academic community. Successful integration of this system will also require the postholder to have the technical expertise and acumen to understand, analyse and cleanse various databases which will feed into Pure.
A key part of this role will be to ensure the data entered is accurate and that the outputs are appropriate and in line with sector practice. The post holder will also work with the appropriate research administrators to train and upskill them in administering the system, ultimately ensuring a smooth transition from the initial launch to embedding the software and processes into BNU community practices.
What we offer:
a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
training & development support opportunities
contributory pension scheme
discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Kate Heyworth via [email protected]
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Closing Date: 13 March 2013
Interview Date: TBC
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title:Current Research Information System (CRIS) Project Manager
Faculty/Directorate:Research & Enterprise
Grade:H
Location:High Wycombe
Hours:37 per week
Responsible to:Director of Research and Enterprise
Responsible for:The integration of a Current Research Information System (CRIS) at BNU.
Job Purpose:
To manage the planning and delivery of this digital project from definition through implementation and transition to operations. To engage with all stakeholders to ensure that system is developed in-line with the defined business needs, project objectives and the strategic aims of the University. To provide business and systems analyst support for the design, development, implementation and integration of new digital solutions.
Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:
Take full responsibility for the implementation and delivery of a university-wide Current Research Information System (CRIS). This will include all elements of planning, financial management, supplier management, documentation, governance and benefit realisation.
Assist in the production of formal business cases and other project documentation for the proposed digital solution and service model as a basis for financial budgeting and decision making at a senior management level.
Liaise with stakeholders to understand, define, prioritise and document business requirements and high level project scoping for review and approval, identifying optimal performance and change outcomes.
Ensure that existing processes are understood, mapped and documented and that the design of the solution is optimised in terms of cost, availability and benefits.
Carryout business and system analysis for the creation and execution of project delivery plans, ensuring that they are revised as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
Deliver the approved project according to the agreed plan and manage changes effectively to achieve projects objectives.
Create and maintain project plans and supporting documentation, estimate time requirements, establish deadlines and scope, identify resource requirements, monitor milestone completion and track all phases of the project lifecycle.
Coordinate the work of a multi-skilled team and manage project resources within budget.
Manage and mitigate risks and issues that impact project progress and outcome delivery, ensuring that they are resolved and/or escalated in a timely fashion.
Facilitate meetings between the project team and project stakeholders as required to evaluate progress and manage expectations regarding development efforts.
Build strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, whether academic staff, professional services staff or external partners.
Plan and chair regular working group meetings, including agendas and minutes, to ensure all parties are engaged.
Manage the interaction with project stakeholders and produce reports as needed to communicate the project progress, problems and proposed solutions.
Supervisory duties including motivating and supporting team members, giving direction and feedback and ensuring adequate staffing cover.
Manage project governance structures, such as project boards, and provide detailed project reporting including financial reporting and develop and monitor benefits realisation plans to demonstrate delivery against the overall portfolio targets.
Develop communication plans and ensure regular relevant and timely communication takes place with all stakeholders to effectively manage their expectations and deliver successful change outcomes.
Ensure the project follows the defined methodology and meets quality standards.
Ensure that all documentation relating to the project and digital solution is managed effectively in keeping with the DTS Directorate standards throughout the lifecycle of the project.
Ensure that the specification, purchase, build and deployment of the new digital solution complies with both internal standards and security policies and all relevant legislation and regulations.
Manage the transition of projects into “business as usual” to ensure that new ways of working are embedded into operational teams.
Close the technical project down effectively in line with best practice ensuring that the solution meets the agreed requirements and that activities for transition and closure (including the capture of lessons learned) are planned and executed efficiently.
Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices
Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test I = Interview
Education, Qualifications & Training | Means of Testing |
A good standard of education at level 3 including Maths & English GCSE grade C | A |
Project Management qualification or relevant experience (e.g. PRINCE2) | A |
Knowledge & Experience |
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Experience of successfully managing projects through the full project life cycle, managing challenges involved in complex projects and resolving complex issues. | A/I |
Experience of systems analysis and business analysis. | A |
Understands complex data, application and technology architectures. | A/I |
Knowledge and experience of the full system development lifecycle. | A/I |
Ability to analyse risks and the future impact any decision may have. | A/I |
Ability to recognise problems or situations that are new or without clear precedent. Evaluates alternatives and finds solutions using a logical approach. | A/I |
Experience in the higher education sector is highly desirable | A/I |
Skills |
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Excellent verbal communication, report writing and interpersonal skills. | A/I |
Highly developed analytical skills. | A/I |
Can work under pressure and use their own initiative. | A/I |
Encourages and demonstrates open communication within the project team. Ability to address delicate situations and handle conflict in such a way as to maximise opportunity and minimise exposure to risk. | A/I |
Can deliver engaging, informative, well organised presentations that are appropriate for the audience. | A/I |
Conveys goals and objectives clearly and in a compelling manner; listens effectively and clarifies information as needed; interprets verbal and non-verbal messages that others communicate; produces clear status reports; communicates tactfully and candidly. | A/I |
Can work as part of and lead a virtual work as part of a team. | A/I |
Special Requirements |
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Ability to deal with difficult or challenging people | I |
BBF (Top 3 key behavioural categories most applicable to the role)
DYNAMIC: actively influence events, and seek opportunities to provide excellent services to students, customers, and colleagues
Be open and enthusiastic to new opportunities and take time to understand and diagnose problems by considering the whole picture.
Be flexible and agile, working proactively and taking initiatives.
Seek new ways of working, whilst identifying risks and considering consequences of failure in advance.
Visionary: embrace change and be brave in taking calculated risks to support the growth of the University in the wider community
Foster new ideas from any source, and inspiring and motivating others in identifying and implementing change.
Strive for continuous improvement, taking a creative approach to change which challenges assumptions and is not based purely on enhancing existing practice.
Adopt a mindset of curiosity and helping to create a climate that encourages innovation and receptivity to change.
RESPONSIBLE: take personal responsibility for behaviour and deliver on commitments to others and the University.
Behave with integrity and transparency, resolving problems quickly in a courteous and purposeful manner.
Collaborate well with colleagues, recognising personal accountability to BNU through your work and interactions.
Focus on solutions over problems, with an enthusiastic and positive ‘can-do’ approach.
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