Director of Estates Applicant Brief
Great people, original thinking, inspiring individuals – changing lives The University of Derby has recently launched its Strategic Framework, which provides us with the foundations and direction on which to plan, perform and succeed in a changing and globally dynamic environment, between now and 2030. Developed in consultation with our staff, students and stakeholders, the Framework has a simple promise at its heart; everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, staff and region. The Framework is designed to allow us to be flexible and adaptable to the changing environment in which we operate. Producing a long-term strategy during a period of unprecedented change, not only in our sector but politically, socially and economically, creates a challenge but many opportunities. We are ambitious for our students, staff and region, but know that what is right for our students today may not be for tomorrow, and getting this right is most important for our future success. GAME CHANGERS • Our students will set their aspirations high, think beyond the obvious and have the ingenuity, curiosity and enterprise to succeed • Industry-relevant and research-informed curriculum • High quality learning environment • Modern learning methods • Range of opportunities POSITIVE IMPACT • Our research, knowledge creation and innovation is focused on making a practical, positive difference to people’s lives close to home and around the world • Raising aspirations / developing skills across our region • Positioning Derby on the global stage • Driving the economic, social, cultural, educational and environmental prosperity of our home OPENING DOORS • We are a champion of social mobility and firmly believe in the transformational nature of education • Creating opportunities for all across our region • Something on offer for whatever stage of life or career • Pioneer for online, blended and virtual learning • Global outlook We have a long-standing reputation for teaching excellence of which we are extremely proud, and now is the time to build further on this, through more focused and integrated applied research. Opportunities are a core element of our academic approach – not only in terms of delivering these, but through a culture of curiosity and drive instilled in our students and staff to seek and create their own. We are proud to be the only university in our city and county as this enriches our connectivity within the region but as importantly we relish the civic responsibilities this brings. We are a modern university with a modern outlook, and will approach the next 12 years with purpose, positivity and confidence in what we are going to accomplish. The Framework is supported by three ‘pillars’:
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