Job Title:
Maternity Cover Faculty Manager - Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery (FNM)
About the Post
The primary role of the post holder is to proactively coordinate, administer, and manage the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery activities. They will work closely with the Executive Dean, and the Dean and Officers of the Board to discharge its functions.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee day-to-day administrative operations and coordination of the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery activities.
* Support the Executive Dean, Dean, and Board Members in discharging the functions of the Board as required.
* Supervise administration staff in the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery office.
* Support the Executive Dean in relation to Audit and Finance and liaise with the finance department.
* Support the Executive Dean in relation to Business planning, implementation, and review.
* Attend relevant committee meetings as directed by the Executive Dean.
* Support the Executive Dean in managing and coordinating the operations of the Faculty.
* Support the Dean/Board and EA to the Board in assuring Board management compliance.
* Work with the administration team, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery leadership, and academic staff to plan and deliver strategic objectives of the Faculty, both short and long term.
* Support the execution of the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery strategic plan.
* Coordinate all data to assure the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery meets its strategic and operational objectives.
* Coordinate the strategic action plan dashboard.
* Coordinate the stakeholder engagement plan.
* Coordinate internal staff meetings.
* Manage operational efficiency, coordination, and delivery of all educational, training, and professional development programmes.
* Oversee administration management, development, and support processes.
* Develop and implement robust market engagement, stakeholder management, quality management, and communications processes.
* Support the Executive Dean in the development and management of budgets as well as the annual business planning processes.
* Develop strong trust-based relationships with key healthcare, policy, regulatory, and clinical stakeholders.
* Manage administrative staff and support services, including ICT staff where required.
* Liaise with RCSI ICT staff, where appropriate, to ensure compatibility and compliance with RCSI IT Policies.
* Organise an efficient handover/transition to the returning post-holder.
Knowledge & Experience
* Team Leader: works collaboratively with others to maximise individual and team effectiveness to achieve required service levels.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Experience of Microsoft Office suite essential.
* Tech/IT literate, including experience of Moodle, MS Teams, Zoom, etc.
* Good organisational skills and the ability to demonstrate initiative and situational leadership.
* Good written and verbal communication and reporting capability.
* Manages tasks and time and prioritises courses of action to achieve faculty objectives and deadlines.
* Learns quickly and responds effectively to changing needs and circumstances.
What You Bring to This Role
* Highest levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Proven ability to demonstrate own initiative.
* A proven track record of solving day-to-day issues by quickly identifying possible corrective measures and recommending or selecting the best solution.
* Ability to build and sustain internal and external networks and relationships.
Particulars of the Post
This is a fixed-term temporary post. From time to time, the post holder may be required to work some additional hours to carry out the duties associated with the post. Time off in lieu may apply.
Employee Benefits
RCSI makes sure you have the resources you need to thrive by offering a wide range of benefits in areas including time away, finance, community, health, and wellbeing, and insuring your financial future.
Application Process
Please apply online with your CV and Cover Letter. Please note we do not accept CVs directly.
Note: This job description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the Department and RCSI.