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The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic. Department This post is located in the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment office, which is based at the University Offices, Wellington Square. The office is part of the Academic Administration Division (AAD), one of the largest units within the University Administration and Services. We are seeking a committed and experienced full-time Graduate Access and Widening Participation Officer within the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office. This is an exciting new role in a fast-evolving area with responsibility for the planning, coordination and delivery of the UNIQ+ research internships programme. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: An excellent contributory pension scheme 38 days annual leave A comprehensive range of childcare services Family leave schemes Cycle loan scheme Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working. About the Role We are looking for an engaged and committed individual to join the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office on a full-time basis for a five-year fixed-term post. This is a pivotal new role with particular responsibility for the planning and delivery of the UNIQ+ research internships programme, which will grow in scale from 2026. The post-holder will manage and co-ordinate work on graduate access, recruitment and widening participation programmes (primarily UNIQ+) across the collegiate University, liaising with a range of stakeholders. They will also support the development and delivery of a revised format of UNIQ+ from 2026. As well as the existing residential programme, this may expand to include initiatives such as different formats for different subject areas, further online content, mentoring, and other initiatives throughout the year. About You This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience organising events and managing projects with excellent administrative, planning and organisation skills to work in an emerging and growing area of interest for the collegiate University. This is an exciting time to be involved in these initiatives, and there will be opportunity for the post-holder to contribute to shaping strategies and new activity, in addition to developing and supporting existing programmes. Application Process You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 21 June 2024. Interviews will take place during week commencing 8 July 2024 and will be face to face.
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The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic. **Department** This post is located in the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment office, which is based at the University Offices, Wellington Square. The office is part of the Academic Administration Division (AAD), one of the largest units within the University Administration and Services. We are seeking a committed and experienced full-time Graduate Access and Widening Participation Officer within the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office. This is an exciting new role in a fast-evolving area with responsibility for the planning, coordination and delivery of the UNIQ+ research internships programme. **What We Offer** As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: * An excellent contributory pension scheme * 38 days annual leave * A comprehensive range of childcare services * Family leave schemes * Cycle loan scheme * Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans * Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working. **About the Role** We are looking for an engaged and committed individual to join the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office on a full-time basis for a five-year fixed- term post. This is a pivotal new role with particular responsibility for the planning and delivery of the UNIQ+ research internships programme, which will grow in scale from 2026. The post-holder will manage and co-ordinate work on graduate access, recruitment and widening participation programmes (primarily UNIQ+) across the collegiate University, liaising with a range of stakeholders. They will also support the development and delivery of a revised format of UNIQ+ from 2026. As well as the existing residential programme, this may expand to include initiatives such as different formats for different subject areas, further online content, mentoring, and other initiatives throughout the year. **About You** This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience organising events and managing projects with excellent administrative, planning and organisation skills to work in an emerging and growing area of interest for the collegiate University. This is an exciting time to be involved in these initiatives, and there will be opportunity for the post-holder to contribute to shaping strategies and new activity, in addition to developing and supporting existing programmes. **Application Process** You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 21 June 2024. Interviews will take place during week commencing 8 July 2024 and will be face to face.
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Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Graduate Access and Widening Participation Officer Division Academic Administration Division Department Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Location University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford OX1 2JD Grade and salary Grade 6: £32,332 - £38,347 Contract type Full time, Fixed-term (5 Years, September 2024 – July 2029) Reporting to Graduate Access and Widening Participation Manager Vacancy reference [173268] The role This is an exciting role within the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment (GAR) office to develop and support the expanding area of graduate access and widening participation (WP), with particular responsibility for the planning and delivery of the UNIQ+ research internships programme, which will grow in scale from 2026. Graduate access and WP is a current strategic priority, and the work the University of Oxford has initiated in this area has been recognised as pioneering and sector leading. The post-holder will report to the Graduate Access and Widening Participation Manager and will work with the existing Graduate Access and Widening Participation Officer with whom the post-holder will share a similar job description. These posts are part of the Graduate Student Recruitment team within the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office The post-holder will play a pivotal role in coordinating work which takes place across the whole collegiate University. They will liaise with a range of stakeholders across the University, departments and colleges. The post-holder will need to be proactive, detailed and flexible in their approach, and very organised. They will be confident working independently, but also as part of a team. Strong administrative skills and experience of managing projects and events and working under pressure are essential. A genuine commitment to access, diversity and widening participation will also be key. As graduate access is an emerging and growing area of interest for the collegiate University, this is an exciting time to be involved in these initiatives, and there will be opportunity for the postholder to contribute to shaping new activity, in addition to developing and supporting the existing UNIQ+ programme. The post-holder may occasionally be required to undertake work outside standard working hours, either in the evenings or at weekends, in order to deliver activity related to the role; this usually occurs during the UNIQ+ during the UNIQ+ programme itself in July and August, and to support graduate admissions work in January. They may also be required, occasionally, to travel within the UK to support graduate recruitment activity. The post is fixed term for five years. Responsibilities 1. Plan, coordinate and deliver large graduate access, recruitment and widening participation programmes (primarily the UNIQ+ programme) and support the development and delivery of a revised format of UNIQ+ from 2026. As well as the existing residential programme, this may expand to include initiatives such as different formats for different subject areas, further online content, mentoring, and other initiatives throughout the year. 2. Manage, coordinate and provide administrative support for all aspects of the UNIQ+ programme. This will include developing the application form and updating website information, requesting and coordinating project information from across the whole University, organising a range of events from talks to dinners (from sourcing topics and speakers to all practicalities of delivering events), supporting the processing of University card forms, as well as travel and accommodation arrangements, and any other administrative tasks as required. 3. Establish budget for relevant activity, ensuring expenses are kept on budget and keeping track of expenses and receipts. The UNIQ+ programme has an overall budget of c. £1million p.a. 4. Support the admissions process for UNIQ+, including application processing and assessment, and preparing and issuing decisions letters. This will include managing applicant information (currently hosted on SharePoint online) so it is accurate and up to date at all times, coordinating work between divisional offices and a high number of assessors, and ensuring activity is delivered within strict timeframes. 5. Co-ordinate and manage welfare and disability support for programme participants, liaising with the Disability Advisory Service, supervisors, departments and colleges, and setting up meetings, as required. 6. Co-ordinate and manage arrangements with colleges, particularly in terms of events and accommodation, working with colleges to resolve any issues. 7. Manage communications with applicants and interns, as well as internal communications with a high number of stakeholders in departments, colleges and central teams, including delivering presentations and drafting reports. Provide a very high standard of customer service to all, including University staff at all levels of seniority. 8. Prepare agendas, minutes, papers, data and reports for meetings and committees, following up on actions and coordinating work. 9. Review and evaluate processes and graduate access programme activities including designing surveys, analysing results, presenting data, and identifying gaps and making recommendations for future improvement. 10. Supervise team members when involved in supporting UNIQ+ activity, as well as any temporary staff, providing training as necessary and monitoring work. 11. Undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the grade of the post as instructed by the Graduate Access and Widening Participation Manager or Head of Graduate Student Recruitment. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria 1. Educated to degree level or equivalent experience. 2. Proven experience of managing, delivering and reviewing administrative activity which involves a high number of processes as well as stakeholders. 3. Experience of organising and delivering events, on time and to budget. 4. Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills and the ability to work under pressure and to a deadline, with the ability to manage competing priorities. 5. Experience of, or demonstrable commitment to, widening participation, widening access, outreach or other relevant areas, and sensitivity and flexibility in working with diverse groups, and awareness of their needs. JD G6 Graduate Access and WP Officer (002) 2 6. Ability to work independently and using own initiative, but also collaboratively as part of a team, ensuring high levels of communication. 7. Problem-solving skills and experience of dealing with sensitive situations, with a willingness to resolve issues, as well as knowing when to escalate them. 8. Excellent written and oral communication skills; in particular, experience of delivering presentations and writing reports, and dealing with a range of audiences both face to face and via email. 9. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with people from different backgrounds and at all levels, within and outside the University. 10. A thorough working knowledge of standard software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and a familiarity and confidence with using complex IT systems (training will be provided) Desirable selection criteria 1. Experience of working in higher education, preferably in access and widening participation roles. 2. Experience or understanding of student welfare and support. 3. Knowledge of the issues experienced by postgraduate students. Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. If you have previously worked for the University we will also verify key information such as your dates of employment and reason for leaving your previous role with the department/unit where you worked. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. JD G6 Graduate Access and WP Officer (002) 3 For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office The post is located in the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office, which is based at the University Offices, Wellington Square. The Office is part of the Academic Administration Division (AAD), one of the largest units within the University Administration and Services. Oxford has over 13,000 graduate students, representing more than 50% of the full-time student population. Almost two thirds of our graduate students are from outside the UK, and are drawn from some 140 countries worldwide, demonstrating the highly international character and global reach of Oxford. The effectiveness of our admissions procedures and the attractiveness of the funding packages which we are able to offer applicants are of key importance in the recruitment of the highest calibre graduate students at national and international level. Success in this area is crucial to maintaining the pre-eminent global position of the University and its colleges, in a fiercely competitive international arena. A particular benefit for all graduate students at Oxford is that they are a member not only of their department or faculty (which provides their academic teaching and supervision), but of one of Oxford’s 38 colleges and 6 permanent private halls. The colleges provide a multidisciplinary intellectual life, along with facilities such as accommodation, meals, sporting and other social activities, and undergraduate and graduate bursaries and scholarships. The Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office responds to the challenges of the strategic priorities within the University’s 2018-24 Strategic Plan (www.ox.ac.uk/strategicplan), namely further improving Oxford’s graduate admissions processes. The Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office comprises a committed and lively team of 28 colleagues whose busy, enjoyable and wide-ranging work covers the following main areas: - developing and co-ordinating Oxford’s processes for recruiting and admitting all our graduate students, supporting the work of the University’s departments, faculties and colleges; advancing a communications and marketing strategy to enable the recruitment of the highest calibre graduate students to Oxford; facilitating the receipt and processing of almost 40,000 applications for graduate study per year, including handling applicants’ enquiries; For more information please visit www.graduate.ox.ac.uk. Academic Administration Division The Academic Administration Division (AAD) is the University’s group of services focused on students and learning. We provide support and information that students need to thrive in their academic and personal lives, and encourage the professional and educational development of our staff. We operate in close collaboration with colleagues in central, divisional, departmental, and college administration, as well as with academic staff and students. The AAD’s work supports the student career from pre-admission through to graduation and beyond, and promotes the development of coherent systems and services across Oxford to underpin this. We focus on: - Student recruitment: Attracting the best undergraduate and postgraduate students through outreach and admissions, and advising students through the admissions process. - Student services: Offering high-quality services to students once they arrive at Oxford, including counselling and disability services, sports, language courses, a careers service, and fees and funding. - Student administration: Managing the University’s student data, registration, examinations, and degree ceremonies, advising on visas and immigration; and developing our student systems. JD G6 Graduate Access and WP Officer (002) 4 - Educational policy: Helping to develop and implement educational policies, upholding legislation, and providing quality assurance. We also support academic and professional staff and the wider Oxford community through our language, sport, and professional and educational development services. The AAD comprises: the Careers Service, Education Policy Support, Graduate Admissions and Recruitment, the Language Centre, the Centre for Teaching and Learning, Student Fees and Funding, Student Registry, Student Systems, Student Welfare and Support Services, Undergraduate Admissions and Outreach, and University Sport. They are supported by two professional support functions: AAD Administration and AAD Communications. For more information, see: www.admin.ox.ac.uk/aad. How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting advice is available at: https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly [Insert your departmental contact details]. To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy- JD G6 Graduate Access and WP Officer (002) 5 policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/dataprotection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82 of 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. JD G6 Graduate Access and WP Officer (002) 6 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, flexible working options, travel discounts including salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars and other discounts. Staff can access a huge range of personal and professional development opportunities. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits Employee Assistance Programme As part of our wellbeing offering staff get free access to Health Assured, a confidential employee assistance programme, available 24/7 for 365 days a year. Find out more https://staff.admin.ox.ac.uk/health-assured-eap University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for University staff. It offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits We are a family-friendly employer with one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector. Our Childcare Services team provides guidance and support on childcare provision, and offers a range of high quality childcare options at affordable prices for staff. In addition to 5 University nurseries, we partner with a number of local providers to offer in excess of 450 full time nursery places to our staff. Eligible parents are able to pay for childcare through salary sacrifice, further reducing costs. See https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities for dependants of all types. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care ildcare Supporting disability and health-related issues (inc menopause) We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions, including those experiencing negative effects of menopause. Information about the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, is at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support. For information about how we support those going through menopause see https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/menopause-guidance Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including for research staff, BME staff, LGBT+ staff, disabled staff network and those going through menopause. Find out more at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Research staff The Researcher Hub supports all researchers on fixed-term contracts. They aim to help you settle in comfortably, make connections, grow as a person, extend your research expertise and approach your next career step with confidence. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/support-researchers/researcher-hub Oxford’s Research Staff Society is a collective voice for our researchers. They also organise social and professional networking activities for researchers. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/supportresearchers/connecting-other-researchers/oxford-research-staff-society JD G6 Graduate Access and WP Officer (002) 7
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