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External Academic Board Member

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Shippon, UK

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of higher education? Do you have valuable insight into academic standards and governance? Would you like to make a meaningful contribution to an innovative organisation committed to student success?

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced External Academic Board Member to join our dynamic team—an exciting opportunity to influence the education sector and support strategic development in a collaborative environment.

Hours of Work: part time

As an External Academic Board Member, you will play a vital role in providing independent oversight and strategic challenge to our governance processes. You will attend key meetings, scrutinise documentation, and offer expert advice on quality assurance, academic standards, and regulatory compliance to ensure continuous enhancement of our programmes and student experience.

External Academic Board Member Duties include attending three Academic Board meetings annually, providing constructive academic scrutiny, reviewing relevant documentation, advising on quality assurance and regulatory expectations, offering external insights on risk and enhancement, and producing an annual report with observations, risks, and recommendations. Your strategic input will help shape policy, maintain standards, and foster innovation within our organisation.

External Academic Board Member Requirements:

Senior experience within UK higher education, including academic leadership or quality assurance roles
A strong understanding of academic standards, assessment processes, and student-centred learning principles
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and insightful reports
Ability to think independently and provide constructive challenge confidently
Experience in international education, partnership provision, or OfS regulatory compliance (desirable but not essential)External Academic Board Member Benefits:

A competitive fixed annual fee or honorarium of £1200
Flexible part-time hours, approximately 6–8 days per year
Opportunities to influence strategic educational governance and standards
Engagement with a forward-thinking organisation committed to student success
Professional development and networking opportunities within the higher education sectorMeet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

Navitas University Partnerships Europe (UPE) collaborates with UK universities to deliver high-quality pathway programmes, supporting both international and domestic students on their journey to undergraduate and postgraduate success. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality, transparency, and sector relevance through robust governance and external academic expertise.

If you think you are suitable for this External Academic Board Member role, don’t miss this exciting chance to contribute your expertise and influence future educational excellence—apply now and become part of a mission-driven organisation committed to shaping tomorrow’s education landscape

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