PERSON SPECIFICATION
INDICATIVE PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA • Managing
• Manage a programme budget of £4.565m. • Responsible for the achievement of all targets relating to the Sustainability Programme. • For Tranche 1 of the Programme, to ensure that a robust business case for Tranches 2 and 3 is provided to the University Committee Cycle by October 24. • The post holder sits within the Sussex Projects Delivery Team, working under broad direction to enable the post holder to manage their own work and that of their team members, to achieve their agreed objectives. The role holder will play a key role as part of the Divisional leadership team in supporting the achievement of the strategic and operational goals of the University, Professional Services & their division. The post holder is expected to work collaboratively across the University and with key stakeholders to deliver single team working that efficiently and effectively supports the achievement of those goals and objectives. • Support achievement of the Division’s/ Unit’s/School’s compliance with all applicable statutory and regulatory compliance obligations, including (but not limited to): UKVI, Health & Safety, the Prevent Duty, data protection, Competition and Markets Authority requirements and equal opportunities, as appropriate to the grade and role. Additionally, to promote good practice in relation to university policy, procedure, and guidance in relation to those compliance matters in respect of students, staff, and other relevant parties. • Balance effectiveness and cost-efficiency in budget management, demonstrating compliance with Value for Money and Return on Investment principles to support the University’s strategic aim to achieve a world-class standard of teaching and research by managing our resources effectively and efficiently.
Successful
Programmes
(MSP)
certification or equivalent. • Strong knowledge and exposure to project management methodology. • Membership of appropriate professional institute. • Sound track record of initiating and managing large-scale programmes within a complex organisation. • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects within a programme. Ability to prioritise, delegate and execute tasks in an environment with competing demands. • Ability to build effective relationships with, and command the respect of, a wide range of stakeholders, including senior staff members, influencing as necessary and resolving conflict. • Demonstrably strong influencing, negotiating and communications skills with the ability to listen and respond to the needs of a wide range of stakeholders at all levels. • Analytical skills with the ability to assess complex data, generate effective solutions and make effective decisions. • Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as an ability to communicate technical and complex messages effectively with all levels of staff. DESIRABLE CRITERIA • Demonstrable experience managing a programme relevant to environmental sustainability. • Knowledge of key issues around environmental sustainability, the UN Sustainable Development Goals and social impact. • Good understanding of Scopes 1, 2 and 3 emissions, as well as a basic knowledge of carbon accounting.
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