Global Engagement Officer

Location: University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GB Advert Closes: 10/7/24 Challenging, interesting and constantly changing, the University of Derby is an exceptional place to learn and an incredibly rewarding place to work. Ours is an extraordinary educational environment and because we specialise in identifying and developing individual potential, you can be confident you'll receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress.  Our combined higher and further education offering is spread over campuses in Derby, Buxton, Leek and Chesterfield and we have some of the best university facilities in the UK, investing more than £200 million in facilities in the last 10 years.  We achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and with more than 34,000 people choosing to study with us every year, we depend on the dedication of a team of 2,200 academic and professional services staff.  Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees a family-friendly, rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress. About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Global Engagement team at the University of Derby. We are seeking individuals who are skilled at building international relationships and driving Global Engagement to join our Global Engagement Team. As Global Engagement Officer, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the University of Derby’s global footprint.  You will support the development and management of international partnerships, ensuring they align with our mission, values, and strategic goals. Your work will involve collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders, conducting market research, and providing exceptional support to our range of international partners to ensure the success of our Global Engagement strategy. For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Tola Adesina, Associate Provost (Global Engagement) via t.adesina@derby.ac.uk For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. Please visit Applying from Overseas - How to apply for a job at the University of Derby - University of Derby for more information. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.  For more information and to apply on-line, please click the above “Apply” button.