The School of Global Affairs is a vibrant hub of multi-disciplinary scholarship that seeks to address and resolve the most pressing issues facing our world today. By drawing together a unique cohort of scholars, our School covers expertise in global environmental governance, climate change, global health, cross-border migration, emerging economies and politics. We're comprised of the Departments of Geography, International Development and Global Health & Social Medicine, the African Leadership Centre and the Global Institutes (Lau China, India, Brazil and Menzies Australia).
Are you ready to make a real impact on the world? The School of Global Affairs (SGA) is not just another academic institution—it's a vibrant community of changemakers dedicated to tackling the most pressing global challenges head-on.
Why work for the School of Global Affairs?
About the Role
We're seeking a passionate individual to join us as Deputy School Business Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in driving our mission forward.
As Deputy School Business Manager, you'll be at the heart of our operations, overseeing the smooth functioning of our School, which comprises 8 diverse academic units. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, excel at managing large budgets, and have a knack for supporting HR processes, then this role is tailor-made for you.
Picture yourself working alongside a team of dedicated professionals, each driven by a shared passion for making a difference. You'll report directly to the School Business Manager, working closely together to ensure our administrative processes are not just efficient, but also aligned with our vision of creating positive global impact.
This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself. If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be a driving force for change, then we want to hear from you. Join us at SGA, where every day is a chance to make a difference in the world.
At King’s, we are deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities so that the university is an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work and study, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. King’s offers inclusive benefits to staff including flexible working, Enhanced Parental Leave, funds for Parents and Carers and the potential to join community staff networks. The School of Global Affairs is committed to embedding good diversity and inclusion practice into all of its activities. It actively supports the creation and maintenance of a community that allows all of its members to develop their full potential.
To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:
Essential criteria
- Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant work experience
- Excellent knowledge of (university) policies and procedures including financial regulations.
- Proven ability in managing multiple large and complex budgets.
- Demonstrable project management skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders, both within and outside the organisation
- Experience and comprehensive understanding of HR processes and procedures
- Experience of space management including commissioning minor works
- Emerging experience of line managing others
Closing date: 28 April 2024
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