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Programme Administrator, PROSPECTUS
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Prospectus is pleased to be partnering with one of the UK’s leading public research universities to recruit a Programme Administrator for a temporary, full-time role (35 hours per week). This position is to support the team during a particularly busy period. The role is set to begin as soon as possible and will run until December 2026, to be confirmed closer to the time. Please note that this position is based onsite in Holborn and there will be no option for hybrid working throughout the duration of the assignment.
About the Role
As Programme Administrator, you will provide high-level administrative support to both faculty and students, ensuring the smooth operation of courses and programmes within the department. Key areas of responsibility include:
- Programme Administration – Supporting Programme Managers with the day-to-day running of departmental programmes.
- Course and Faculty Support – Preparing course materials and maintaining/updating course Moodle pages.
- Examinations and Assessments – Assisting in the administration of departmental examinations in accordance with university policies.
- Service Delivery – Providing general administrative support, helping manage departmental resources, and serving as the first point of contact for phone inquiries.
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Key Responsibilities
- Programme Administration – Supporting Programme Managers with the day-to-day running of departmental programmes.
- Course and Faculty Support – Preparing course materials and maintaining/updating course Moodle pages.
- Examinations and Assessments – Assisting in the administration of departmental examinations in accordance with university policies.
- Service Delivery – Providing general administrative support, helping manage departmental resources, and serving as the first point of contact for phone inquiries.
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Requirements
To be considered for this post, you should have prior experience in a fast-paced administrative support role. Experience in course or programme administration would be highly desirable, though not essential. Ideally, you will be educated to bachelor’s degree level. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload under pressure while demonstrating flexibility. A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is required.
As the start date is immediate, candidates must be available right away or on very short notice.
How to Apply
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so if you're interested in the role, please submit your CV ASAP in a Word format.
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