Are you an experienced PA/Administrator with excellent communication and organisational skills? Are you looking for something new and exciting?

We have a fantastic opportunity, working at both the University of Kent and the Canterbury Christ Church University campuses as PA to the Dean of the new Kent and Medway Medical School (KMMS).

Lead by its Founding Dean, Professor Chris Holland, the School will open in September 2020, offering 100 undergraduate medical places on a yearly basis. KMMS is committed to the fair treatment of all staff and students and ensuring that the learning and working environment are supportive and inclusive for all.

We are looking for a creative thinker with initiative and drive, to provide a comprehensive and professional PA/administrative support service to the Dean of KMMS and senior staff in the School. You will be confident in your ability to work diplomatically with people at all levels, to think strategically and to adopt an active approach to problem solving.

As PA to the Dean of Kent and Medway Medical School you will:

- be responsible for complex diary management for the Dean of KMMS
- develop, review and improve administrative processes and procedures
- manage the recruitment process for the department and advise on procedures, forms and setting up of interview arrangements
- arrange and service meetings and high-level committees
- assist the Dean in developing and promoting the public profile of KMMS.

To be successful in this role you will have:

- education to A level, or equivalent professional qualification or experience
- substantial and proven experience of working in an administrative and PA role
- proven experience of organising and servicing meetings and producing clear, concise and accurate minutes
- excellent communication skills: oral, written, and presentational.

Our vision for the Kent and Medway Medical School (KMMS) is to create a new medical school for Kent and Medway that becomes a beacon for first-class medical education and research. The School will attract the most talented aspiring doctors from within the local community and beyond, offering training and development opportunities that will help to keep that talent in Kent and Medway.

Further Information

Start date for applications: 27 November 2018

Closing date for applications: 16 December 2018

Interviews are to be held: 15 January 2019