Vice-Chancellor - Newman University, Birmingham

Vice-Chancellor - Newman University, Birmingham
Competitive Package

Newman University's mission is centred on the Catholic values of respect for others, social justice and equity. The University has a proud tradition of academic excellence focused on the development of the whole person and is highly regarded for its student experience, teaching quality, graduate employability and commitment to widening participation. With 2,700 students, a turnover of £22 million and with the determination to grow, Newman's portfolio covers a broad range of arts, humanities and social sciences at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Newman gained University status in 2013 and is working towards Research Degree Awarding Powers.

Having led the University to its current position of strength, Professor Peter Lutzeier retires at the end of 2016. The new Vice-Chancellor will lead Newman's pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and the student experience. At the same time, s/he will grow the University's profile in our region and abroad whilst promoting its interests within industry and government. Newman seeks an exceptional candidate to accelerate the University's drive towards excellence at a time of unprecedented change for the higher education sector.

The successful appointee will be an influential and visible leader, who will earn the respect and support of staff, students, governors, partners, donors and other key stakeholders. S/he will inspire and enable others to be fully committed to the values, mission and vision of the University.

The post carries a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the Vice-Chancellor be a practising Roman Catholic.

The Candidate Brief will be available shortly. In the meantime, if you would like further information please contact Antonia Storey on +44 (0)207 518 2624

The closing date for applications is Friday 27th May 2016

Apply link: www.odgers.com/57101