University of Leicester - Director of Estates & Campus Servi

THE Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

• The ambition to achieve goals and turn vision into reality • A commitment to the University’s ideals, values and mission The post-holder will uphold and demonstrate our ‘VITAL’ core service values in day-to-day working: Valuing People We respect, trust and appreciate our people. We recognise others’ achievements and our own. We celebrate success. We help everyone achieve their potential. Innovators We have the confidence to solve problems creatively. We are always striving to improve our service. We are resilient, proactive, clear communicators. We nurture a safe environment for innovation. Together We work better when we work together. We collaborate with other stakeholders to share knowledge and best practice. We draw on others’ expertise and create networks to develop new ideas. Accountable We are responsible for our actions. We hold ourselves and others to account and admit our mistakes. We agree what is expected and deliver on our promises. We are responsive and able to demonstrate where we’ve made a difference. Leaders We are confident professionals; we value knowledge and expertise and know when to use them. As leaders, we demonstrate integrity, honesty and transparency. We use our judgement and work well with others across all departments.

Essential • A degree and a relevant professional qualification • Proven experience in programme management with up-to-date • Knowledge of best practice in project delivery and project management • A demonstrable track record of introducing change and innovative ways of working • Excellent written, oral and presentation skills; able to act as an effective ambassador for the University and build partnerships with external parties • Sound experience of financial planning and budget management • A thorough understanding of higher education planning and funding Desirable • A further degree in a relevant subject Essential • Ability to exert influence at senior levels and achieve results • Ability to think strategically and laterally • An open, participative and transparent style • An energetic, robust and resilient approach • Ability to adapt to fast-changing environment Skills, Abilities and Competencies

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