Job Description
Closing date will be 23:59 GMT on Monday 28th April 2025
By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.
The University of Reading is excited to offer an opportunity for a Global Partnerships Manager to join our Global Partnerships Office on a permanent basis.
As a vital part of the team, the Global Partnerships Office drives forward key initiatives under the University’s new Strategic Framework for Internationalisation and Global Engagement.
In this dynamic role, you will manage and develop the University’s Sanctuary, humanitarian and global civic programmes, working closely with colleagues in academic Schools and across the professional services areas to develop and implement these programmes and initiatives.
You will have
- Experience in managing and developing institutional partnerships
- Strong project management skills
- Knowledge of Higher Education, humanitarian and civic activities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagements skills
At the University of Reading, we understand the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance, especially for colleagues with personal responsibilities and interests outside of work. We recognize that flexibility in how work is carried out can significantly enhance both individual and team performance. That’s why we are happy to explore flexible working arrangements, making this role adaptable wherever possible.
Contact Name Lamma Zghoul
Contact Job Title Senior Global Partnerships Manager
Contact Email address l.zghoul@reading.ac.uk
Alternative Contact Name Ashley Burke
Contact Job Title Interim Head of Global Partnerships
Alternative Contact Email address a.burke@reading.ac.uk
Interviews will be held on 7th May 2025
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
