Are you talented in external engagement and looking for a new challenge? A new opportunity to contribute to the expansion of Bournemouth University’s degree apprenticeship provision has arisen.
BU have been successful in attracting project funding from the Office for Students to develop new degree apprenticeship provision to increase the number of students on our apprenticeship degrees and equality of opportunity for prospective apprentices. The aim of this exciting project is to advance our strategies and initiatives to increase choice for our students, improve graduate outcomes and widen opportunity.
To support this strategically important work, we are seeking an individual, who can engage with business, working with the Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange Managers, to build relationships and a market for our degree apprenticeship provision.
The successful candidate will use their excellent communication skills and passion for building effective relationships to contribute to contribute to shaping the profile of BU’s degree apprenticeship provision regionally. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in embedding a culture of pro-active and positive local and regional business engagement by seeking out new apprenticeship opportunities in line with institutional priorities.
We are looking for an external engagement officer with a track record of business development and a genuine interest in degree apprenticeships. You’ll need to be customer-focused and experienced in client relationship building. You will be skilled at engaging and influencing internal and external stakeholders, combined with an ability to prioritise and work effectively to tight timescales. Confidence and enthusiasm are key, together with the ability to think strategically and influence at all levels whilst delivering service excellence both internally and externally.
This position is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31st July 2025.
This position is part-time for 18.75 hours per week (0.5067 FTE).
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY STAFF AND AGENCY STAFF CURRENTLY WORKING AT BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY ONLY.
For an informal conversation please contact Professor Phil Sewell, Director of Apprenticeships and Skills ([email protected])
BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.
This position does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route within the UK Visa and Immigration service’sPoints Based System. Therefore, BU will not be able to sponsor individuals who require permission to work to carry out this position. For more information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job.