This is an opportunity for an educationalist with core expertise in creating and delivering impactful programmes, preferably in the fields of the Humanities.
The Educational Programmes Manager is a critical leadership role within the Department of Community Relations of The Institute of Ismaili Studies to execute diploma and certificate-level educational programmes covering a broad range of themes, particularly in the fields of Islamic Studies and Education. These programmes are offered internationally for a wide array of constituency segments, primarily from the Ismaili Muslim community. The range of the programmes and the breadth of participants who attend them present an exciting opportunity to innovate and create impact at an international scale. We are looking for someone who would relish this challenge, and has the experience of innovation in educational programming and methodologies as well as in leading a team to support and execute this innovation. The role is offered initially as a 3 year fixed term contract.
About Us: The Institute of Ismaili Studies was established in 1977 with the object of promoting scholarship and learning of Muslim cultures and societies, historical as well as contemporary, and a better understanding of their relationship with other societies and faiths. Our publishing and postgraduate study programmes encourage a perspective that is not confined to the theological and religious heritage of Islam, but that seeks to explore the relationship of religious ideas to broader dimensions of society and culture. We thus encourage an interdisciplinary approach to the materials of Islamic history and thought.
About You: You will be educated to Masters level (PhD preferred) in Education, Educational Leadership or a related discipline and have significant experience of leading educational programmes, stakeholder management, and working with academic experts. You will have a proven track record of strategic leadership and management within the education, non-profit, or other relevant sector and experience of teaching and/or research in relevant fields. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to work in a high-pressure environment will be valuable in this role, which also requires excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Next Step: Please apply online with CV and covering letter at www.iis.ac.uk (Job Vacancies link), where you can also download the job description and person specification.
If you have any queries, please email Caroline Gomez in Human Resources: [email protected]. The closing date for applications is Friday 15th January 2021.
