0051-24 - Turing Mobility Co-Ordinator

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International Directorate
Location:  Aston University John Cadbury House
Salary:  £25,742 to £27,979 per annum
Grade:  Grade 06
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (30/09/2024)
Basis:  Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 15 February 2024
Interview Date:  Tuesday 27 February 2024
Reference:  0051-24
Release Date:  Thursday 01 February 2024

Aston University's International Development team is seeking a Turing Mobility Coordinator to actively contribute to the University’s global mobility strategies. In this role, you will manage all aspects of Aston’s Turing Scheme funding, ensuring compliance with its rules and regulations, including overseeing applications, record-keeping, distribution of grants, reporting, and auditing.

As a liaison between key stakeholders, including Academic Colleges, Careers+Placements, and students, you will foster demand for Turing international opportunities through effective communication and collaboration. This involves regular meetings and relationship cultivation.

Your responsibilities extend to creating and executing marketing campaigns to elevate Turing Scheme awareness. Additionally, you will actively participate in broader initiatives related to internationalisation within the University.

Daily administration of the Turing Scheme, collaboration with relevant departments, and representation of the University at conferences and webinars are integral to this position. Collaboration with the Purchase Ledger and Finance Office to manage grant payments effectively is crucial. Utilizing software tools, such as Moveon and the Turing Live Reporting Tool, you will maintain accurate records.

Reporting to the International Relations Manager, this role provides an opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative environment.

What we offer

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train. 
• Excellent training and development opportunities. 
• A generous annual leave scheme with 25 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers
• Great family friendly policies
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]