University of Dundee
Location
Dundee | United Kingdom
Job description
We are seeking an exceptional professional candidate with strong industry experience to join us as a Programme Director to lead Help to Grow (HTG). This programme is a UK Government initiative to provide training to SME business leaders to help them increase productivity, seize investment opportunities, and grow their businesses. The HTG programme runs over 12 weeks and includes online and face-to-face sessions, 1-to-1 mentoring, and peer networking with framework and materials provided by the government. With just one session a week, it is designed to fit around existing work and personal commitments of the participants. The successful candidate would be expected to lead and oversee all aspects of the HTG programme and have demonstratable experience of delivering training on areas such as leadership, marketing, employee engagement, and financial management. Ideal candidates will also have experience in programme management, instructional design and development for executive education, and demonstrate a profound understanding of venture creation, business development, and innovation.
Background
Previously located in the School of Social Sciences, the School of Business became the tenth school in the University on 1st August 2019, making us one of the UK's newest business schools. Although recently established in terms of structure, the school is founded on extensive experience in research, teaching, and impactful engagement with organisations and professions. Our efforts have recently been recognised, as we have been shortlisted by Times Higher Education as "Business School of the Year" - the only Scottish school to receive this nomination.
The School of Business has grown significantly with our total student numbers increasing by 40% in the last 5 years with considerable expansion in taught postgraduate courses. The research culture has been a focus for significant development, and this has included membership of ESRC and AHRC doctoral training partnerships, recruitment and support for early career researchers and research programmes which are resulting in significant funding and outputs. In addition, we have several professional accreditations and are in the process of further accreditation which will enhance the reputation of the school. The school has recently appointed a champion to promote the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) within the School's activities.
In our search for individuals to fill the position of Programme Director, we seek exceptional professionals who align with the University's core values, emphasizing the importance of valuing people, collaboration, integrity, making a tangible impact, and the pursuit of excellence. We are specifically interested in candidates who not only embrace interdisciplinary perspectives within the realms of business and management but can also demonstrate significant experience in senior leadership roles in SMEs. Moreover, we are keen on individuals who can contribute to fostering an outstanding participant experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead strategic planning and scheduling of cohorts, aligning with government contract terms and UoD requirements.
* Implement and ensure adherence to quality processes aligned with HTG and UoD standards.
* Chair HTG advisory board and actively engage with local industry stakeholders.
* Act as the primary contact with internal and external stakeholders including Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS), HTG, and local industry.
* Lead and guide cohorts through the entire HTG programme, ensuring successful completion and fostering participant engagement.
* Collaborate with stakeholders such as Head of Teams, Associate Dean of Engagement, HTG advisory board, and Entrepreneurs in Residence to allocate internal and external resources for HTG delivery.
* Oversee the HTG mentoring process
* Proactively direct marketing efforts and recruitment initiatives for the HTG programme.
* Oversee financial reporting, claims, and overall program participant engagement and monitoring.
* Provide guidance to Head of Teams on resource sub-contracting and additional support requests.
* Work with professional services colleagues to ensure admin is completed by businesses, e.g., feedback forms and marking progress on the VLE.
* Act as Programme Facilitator to lead participants through the HTG programme from initial induction and contracting through to successful completion, ensuring excellent participant experience throughout.
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Salary
£36.02k - £44.26k per annum
