Director of Online Education, University of Roehampton

Director of Online Education, University of Roehampton

Location: United Kingdom

At the University of Roehampton, we recognize that our staff are essential to our success. We need to attract people with the skills required to help fulfill our goals. Our achievements depend upon everyone working here knowing that we all have a role to play.

If you are a dynamic and visionary leader with a passion for advancing online education, we encourage you to seize this opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of Higher Education within the University of Roehampton group.

As the Director of Online Education, you will be pivotal in cultivating a culture of excellence, accessibility, and innovation in our online educational offerings. Working closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor and reporting directly to the Dean of Continuing Education, you will collaborate to forge strategic partnerships, define strategic direction, and oversee operational implementation.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Nurturing strategic partnerships with an Online Program Manager (OPM) provider.
2. Assembling a team of professionals dedicated to delivering excellence in online education.
3. Leading initiatives to maintain our competitive edge in the fast-evolving online education sector.

To thrive in this role, you will need a blend of strategic foresight, managerial expertise, and a profound understanding of online education best practices. You must demonstrate operational rigor and a proactive, 'can-do' attitude. Your ability to communicate effectively and engage with stakeholders at all levels, coupled with your commercial acumen and ability to anticipate and manage risk effectively, will be crucial to your success.

Application Requirements:

1. Quoting the relevant role reference number: A039180
2. A covering letter highlighting the aspects of the job description and the University of Roehampton that particularly attract you to the post (Microsoft Word document).
3. Contact details for three referees (References should validate a minimum period of six years employment).
4. A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.

For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact:

Owen Francis, Director, or Ellie Hurst, Principal Researcher, on +44 7769 295 866.

Key Milestones:

Final Interviews: 30th and 31st May 2024.

Please ensure you have made a note of the final interview date(s). We recommend that you bookmark this microsite, as any potential updates regarding the role will be posted online.