Education Manager

Organisational structure

Membership & Education

Becoming a member of the Institution is a tough journey, but it has to be. Once elected to professional membership, our members are recognised worldwide as structural engineers working at the highest level of technical and professional expertise.

The Membership and Education Department is one of the key departments of the Institution and is responsible for:

- Enthusing and attracting people into the profession of Structural Engineering.

- Preparing our members for a career in structural engineering by providing guidance and information.

- Supporting our members to become professionally qualified.

- Developing and retaining members through the provision of training and Continued Professional Development (CPD).

Membership of the Institution is for anyone with an interest in structural engineering and we believe that it is important to encourage children to develop an interest in engineering from an early age. We engage with schools, colleges, universities and employers to promote structural engineering and aim to highlight the importance that a structural engineer plays in today’s society.

We manage the careers work of the Institution and in association with the Communications Department will produce careers materials including a suite of brochures, online resources and presentations, as well as attending relevant events to engage with stakeholders and potential members. We also manage the interface with other stakeholders in the careers environment to ensure best use of resources and consistency in message.

We deal with the accreditation of academic qualifications and assessment of qualifications from those academic establishments where qualifications are not recognised or accredited under an existing agreement.

We have supported the Education Committee, Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), Engineering Accreditation Board, Education for Engineering (E4E) and other organisations in reviewing curricula and encouraging best practice in the teaching of structural engineering and STEM subjects in general, and greater interaction between industry and academia. We have developed and funded resources to support academics in delivering creative, innovative forms of teaching and will continue to provide materials to assist in developing graduates who meet industry requirements. The Membership and Education Department is responsible for organising an Annual Academic Conference to discuss these, and other, matters.

We have approved recommendations from the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) pertaining to the accreditation of degree courses and programmes of Further Learning and contributed to discussions on curriculum content so as to ensure high standards of civil/structural engineering education.

We have further developed the Student Liaison Officer scheme and increased the number of free student members. We continue to develop student membership and aim to meet challenging recruitment targets.

It will be important that you establish a very good working relationship with the Education Committee from the outset and continue to work with its Chair and members to implement and deliver on initiatives clearly communicating progress.

The role of Education Manager was introduced two years ago and, whilst much has been achieved, there are still many opportunities to make a significant impact in this area.

The Membership and Education Directorate

Director of Membership and

Education

Head of Membership

Education ManagerManager of

Membership & Qualifications

Education OfficerProfessional Development

Officer

Membership Qualifications

Officer

Membership Qualifications

Officer

Regional Group Co-ordinator

Examinations Manager

Job Description and Role Profile

1. JOB DETAILS

JOB HOLDER:

JOB TITLE: Education Manager

REPORTS TO: Head of Membership

RESPONSIBLE FOR: Education Officer

DATE: November 2015

LOCATION: The Institution’s HQ, London, or elsewhere as reasonably required.

2. JOB PURPOSE

To lead the development, management and implementation of the Institution’s education strategy working with the Education Committee.

To improve and enhance engagement with stakeholders e.g. universities, FE sector, schools, Regional Groups, student/graduate members and other agencies including STEM, the Royal Academy, Engineering UK, E4E, the Government etc. by developing new services and materials which will increase student/graduate membership and applications from academics through the Research and Development Route.

To raise the profile and influence of the Institution with education policy-makers.

To assist influencing the improvement of education standards in structural engineering.

3. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Engage with the Chair and members of the Education Committee and implement the operating plans agreed by them; as the Committee responsible for advising the Board on matters with regard to the Institution’s education strategy; offering cradle to grave support from primary education to continued professional development (CPD). Act as the Secretary to this Committee working with the Chair on agenda, taking minutes and seeing through action points.

2. Support curriculum development, innovative teaching and improvement in educational standards via the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) (you will act as Visit Secretary), Academic Qualification Panel (AQP) and other panels / task groups.

3. Review consultation and policy documents in the wider educational landscape, provide coherent, concise advice to senior staff on the impact to the Institution and respond/act upon policies in accordance with the Institution’s education strategy.

4. Source educational materials, either through partners or directly by the Institution, in accordance with the education strategy.

5. Increase engagement with stakeholders in the UK and internationally e.g. universities, colleges, Student Liaison Officers (SLOs), STEMNET, the Royal Academy, Engineering UK etc.

6. In association with the Communications Department promote the profession and Institution to relevant stakeholders through articles, sponsorship, competitions, development of specialist communities etc. taking full cognisance of the Institution’s commitment to diversity.

7. Undertake education events including career fairs, activities in schools and presentations at universities etc. utlilising volunteer members to support these activities.

8. Manage the Education Officer and oversee and ensure their efficient processing of student applications, work of the Young Members Panel and education task groups etc.

1. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To provide support to the Head of Membership/Director, Membership and Education in developing and implementing the Institution’s education strategy and provide support to senior staff in meeting operational targets.

2. Make suggestions for improving processes, systems etc. which support the efficiency and day to day running of the Department.

3. Comply with all Institution Policy and Procedures.

4. Any other reasonable ad hoc duties as required.

5. COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

1. Members of the Institution both existing and potential.

2. Committees and panels in particular the Education Committee.

3. Employees and other departments within the Institution.

4. External Bodies e.g. universities, colleges, schools, STEM, the Royal Academy, E4E, Engineering UK, JBM, suppliers and other agencies.

6. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Knowledge

Educated to degree level or equivalent (a relevant post-graduate qualification would be advantageous).

Excellent knowledge of the education environment, preferably with an engineering context. In-depth knowledge and understanding of academic qualifications in particular relating to

Further Education/Higher Education provision, preferably within the civil/structural engineering discipline.Where you have not worked in the engineering sector to demonstrate that you have built knowledge and expertise in a technical, scientific or medical (STM) area.

Skills

Excellent organisational and project management skills to deliver against a range of targets. An ability to work independently with minimal supervision and with a systemised/methodical

approach to managing multi-stream and complex workload with the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present and explain detailed information clearly and succinctly and to adapt writing style to suit the wide range of audiences associated within the education sector, from children, to university students, to senior academic staff.

Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to work with professionally qualified volunteer Chairs/panel members, internal colleagues and external stakeholders.

Flexible, resourceful and self-motivated with a passion to deliver organisational improvement visibility and awareness of the profession.

Persuasive and influential, able to build and develop professional networks to promote the Institution’s routes to membership, services and activities.

Attention to detail, accuracy and ability to check detailed information, ability to critique own work and that of others.

IT Skills – Word/Outlook/Excel/PowerPoint to Intermediate/Advanced standard. CRM/Database systems (ideally Integra).

Experience of:

Working in a committee/panel structure environment successfully managing these key stakeholders whilst delivering the work.

A proven track record of meeting targets and delivering improvement through the management of staff, member and external stakeholder resources.

Reviewing consultation/policy documents, acting in an advisory role to staff at a senior level, and an ability to produce concise and coherent responses to proposals and implement appropriate initiatives thereafter.

Influencing and supporting curriculum development, innovative teaching and improvement in educational standards.

Secretariat experience, working with volunteer chairs, developing agendas, taking minutes and delivering on action points.

Stakeholder engagement in the education sector working with universities, further education establishments and schools etc. in the UK and on an international basis.

Delivering presentations to a variety of audiences with the ability to adapt personal style to engage with the key audience.

Developing careers resources, presentation material etc. Attending and presenting at career fairs, events, schools etc. to improve visibility and awareness

and support career choices. Supporting budget preparation, reforecasting and management. Managing and leading a small team - conducting appraisals, providing feedback, training and

support etc.

Prior experience gained within a professional engineering institution, or similar, would be advantageous, though it is not a pre-requisite.

The job holder will be required to travel in the UK to deliver presentations and attend meetings and on occasion this will necessitate overnight stays.

7. REMUNERATION PACKAGE

Circa £35,000 with up to £42,000 for the exceptional candidate, subject to experience and formal qualification

35 hours a week worked within a Flexi-time System

On successful completion of Probation Period eligible to:

• Participate in Institution’s Group Personal Pension Plan

• Life Assurance – death benefit

• Private Healthcare

• Permanent Health Insurance

• Childcare Vouchers

• Season Ticket Loan

• Reimbursement of one membership subscription to an agreed appropriate professional association, including this Institution.

• Eye-care benefit

• Pro rata of 23 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, rising with service

The Recruitment Process

Applicants should submit their up to date curriculum vitae and a maximum two-page supporting statement/cover letter stating how they meet the skills and experience of the role as depicted in the job description.

All applications must be submitted by the closing date or they will not be considered.

When applying you should ensure that you are available for interview on the published dates.

Immediately following the closing date, your application will be sifted by the recruitment panel and assessed against the criteria for the role. All successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone and invited for interview.

If you have not heard from the Institution within two weeks of the closing date, it is with regret that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. (Due to the volume of applications we receive we cannot write to all applicants).

The First Interview will consist of a practical test and face to face interview with the Head of Membership, and Human Resources.

The Second Interview will be with the Director, Membership and Education and Head of Membership.

Applicants must possess a current right to work in the UK on a permanent basis.

Closing date for Applications: 9am, Monday 23 November 2015

Applications to be sent to: hr@istructe.org

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First Interview dates: Wednesday 2 December 2015

Second Interview date: Thursday 10 December 2015