MIS Lead with Timetable Coordination (Remote / Full-time / Permanent)

Location

Lambeth, Greater London | United Kingdom

Job description

Job Title: MIS Lead with Timetable Coordination

Location: Remote (Office visits required 4 times a year - London)

Company: Minerva’s Virtual Academy

Company Overview: Minerva’s Virtual Academy (MVA) is an award-winning online school for 11-18-year-olds, offering a transformative schooling experience through a unique blend of traditional and innovative education. Students engage predominantly at home, learning through a flipped model blending Guided Self Study with daily Live Lessons. With a focus on digital learning, personal mentoring, small class sizes, and a strong community, MVA provides a globally accessible, flexible, and inclusive British education to over 500 students across 50 countries.

Overview:

MVA is in search of a multifaceted MIS and Data Lead with Timetable Coordination responsibilities. This role combines the critical functions of managing our Management Information System (MIS) and coordinating our academic timetable, ensuring both the effectiveness of data management and the efficiency of scheduling within our educational offerings.

Line Manager : Head of Operations

Key Responsibilities:

MIS and Data Management:

• Develop and maintain robust MIS to support the operational and strategic needs of the organisation.
• Lead the design and implementation of data collection, analysis, and reporting systems.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across various platforms.
• Provide data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.

Timetable Coordination:

• Design and manage the academic timetable, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and meeting the needs of students and staff.
• Collaborate with academic departments to understand course scheduling requirements.
• Utilize data analysis to forecast and plan for future scheduling and resource needs.
• Resolve scheduling conflicts efficiently and communicate changes effectively.

General Responsibilities:

• Work closely with academic and administrative departments to fulfill their data and scheduling needs.
• Provide training and support in MIS tools, data interpretation, and timetable management.
• Lead on data protection, compliance, and adherence to relevant legislation.
• Manage and mentor a team of data analysts, IT professionals, and administrative staff.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science).
• Proven experience in MIS management (ideally iSAMs), data analysis, and timetable coordination, preferably in an educational or online learning context.
• Strong technical skills in database management and data analysis software.
• Familiarity with timetable management software and tools.

Desired Skills:

• Exceptional analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

We Offer:

• A remote and flexible work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• A collaborative and innovative workplace.

Please note that this list is not exhaustive and the MIS Lead may from time to time be asked to complete other reasonable duties.

All MVA staff are expected to embody the Ways of Being in their work with us, to be mindful of their safeguarding responsibility for all students, and to ensure they are familiar with and confident in the implementation of school policies. 

MVA is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert early

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