THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
Recruitment Role Profile Form
Job Title:
Programme Manager, Institute for Aerospace Technology
School/Department:
Faculty of Engineering
Salary:
£48,743 - £58,172 per annum, depending on skills and
experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject
to performance
Job Family and Level:
APM Level 6
Contract Status:
This is a full-time, permanent post, available from 1 July
2015
Hours of Work:
Full-time (36.25 hours per week)
Location:
Aerospace Technology Centre, Jubilee Campus
Reporting to:
Director of the Institute for Aerospace Technology
Purpose of the New Role:
The role is required to provide the appropriate programme framework, governance and
support to enable the IAT to achieve its ambitious research targets. The role holder will
develop, manage and lead the programme of IAT activities and along with the directors,
develop and implement the strategic plans for the Institute. The role holder will also be
responsible for over-seeing the management of key IAT research and knowledge exchange
projects and provide leadership and proactive management of a highly skilled team of business
development and administrative staff.
Main Responsibilities
% time
per year
1.
To work in partnership with the IAT Directors to develop the research and
knowledge transfer strategy for the Institute for Aerospace Technology and
coordinate cross-faculty strategic initiatives across the University.
15%
2.
To develop and implement operational, development, financial, communication
and strategic plans.
20%
3.
To coordinate a programme of research and knowledge transfer projects,
working closely with funding bodies, academic partners, industrial partners
and internal multi-disciplinary research groups ensuring delivery against
funding requirements.
25%
4.
Develop and implement appropriate IAT project and programme governance
frameworks and methodologies.
15%
5.
In conjunction with IAT Directors, develop research proposals, financial
frameworks and work programmes.
10%
6.
Lead and direct the IAT project and business support team to ensure efficient
and quality delivery against the IAT operational plan and IAT project plans as
required.
10%
7.
Manage project occupation of the ATC ensuring compliance with ‘research
hotel’ model and effective utilisation of the space.
5%
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications/
Education
Essential
A good first degree, or equivalent plus
relevant managerial experience.
Desirable
PhD or equivalent in an associated
field would be considered an
advantage.
Skills/Training
Strong interpersonal skills.
Knowledge
of
the
working
processes and systems of the
University of Nottingham
Strong people management skills,
including proven change management
skills and the ability to motivate staff.
Proven
advanced
analytical
problem solving capability.
Experience of working in a research
environment.
and
Recognised training in project
management (e.g. PRINCE2).
Operational planning, management and
business process skills
Experience
Extensive management experience.
Breadth
of
vision
to
identify
opportunities
for
strategic
developments to bring about key
research and ability to effect change.
Awareness and understanding of the
activities, objectives and strategic
direction of the aerospace sector and
the University.
An understanding of the research
lifecycle and experience of supporting
impact and knowledge exchange.
Experience of developing solutions and
contributing to strategic planning.
Experience in managing and controlling
a substantial budget together with a
clear
understanding
of
financial
management procedures and long-term
business planning.
Experience of developing a significant
team and successful track record in
research project management.
Experience of influencing, negotiating
and advising senior staff.
Statutory/Legal
Understanding of research governing
regulations and legislation.
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Widespread
awareness
and
understanding
of
University
strategy, activities and objectives.
Proven ability to work with senior
staff, both within the Faculty and
across the University.
Experience in change management
and implementation of governance
structures
including
project
management.
Experience of developing strategic
investment
applications
and
securing appropriate funding to
support business plans.
Experience of working in or with
industry.
Decision Making
i)
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Coordinate the delivery and quality assurance of research and knowledge exchange
projects, working closely with industrial partners and multi-disciplinary research groups
Resolve problems where there is lack of precedent, requiring innovation and creative
thought to develop appropriate actions
Implementation of decisions following approval of change from Senior Management
Organisation and structure of the IAT team, framework and governance to ensure effective
delivery
Management of delivery team, including performance reviews
Financial planning, forecasting and budgetary sign off
ii)
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taken independently by the role holder
taken in collaboration with others
Working in partnership with the Institute for Aerospace Technology Directors to develop
strategic research and business plans
Development of new policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industrial and
quality standards
Collaboration with other colleagues across the University including contracts, procurement
and financial departments
iii) referred to the appropriate line manager (please name) by the role holder
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Director of the Institute for Aerospace Technology for any major deviations to strategic and
operational plans
Approval for recommendations for policy change from the Institute for Aerospace
Technology Directors.
Additional Information
The University of Nottingham set out a vision to consolidate its position as a leading institution
for research into aerospace technologies and invest in infrastructure to further respond to grow
its research portfolio in line with industrial demands.
To allow for future growth and to address the most critical issues facing the aerospace sector,
the University established the Institute for Aerospace Technology to provide a focus for our
aerospace activities, to facilitate increased activity and deliver impact from our research by
creating a streamlined pipeline from basic (TRL 1-3) to applied (TRL 4-6) research, the latter in
close collaboration with our strategic partners.
This has resulted in an investment of £8.8million, including University investment of
£3.1million in new equipment and infrastructure for basic research, and £5.7million in the
establishment of the Aerospace Technology Centre, a dedicated research and knowledge
transfer facility, part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund, which supports
Technology Readiness Levels 4-6.
The IAT project portfolio currently stands at £60m and the aim is to grow this to £100m by
2020.
The role holder will lead the core project team based at the Aerospace Technology Centre,
Innovation Park.
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