Timely Submission of Ilrs to Skills Funding Agency (Or Equivalent)

• Totake corporate responsibility for policy formulation, developmental planning, oversight and implementation of corporate strategy and continual quality improvement and to ensure that the Executive Leadership Team is aware of and briefed on relevant areas of responsibility.
• Accountable for all aspects of the strategic and operational management of the College’s Management Information Services; Student Records, Admissions, Exams and Management Reports.
• Timely submission of ILRs to Skills Funding Agency (or equivalent)

• To develop, direct and monitor all aspects of the strategic planning and delivery of the College’s Management Information Services;
• To direct and ensure the effective management and delivery of the College’s Student Records and Admissions service;
• To lead on the College course planning, costing, and review processes.
• To provide accurate and timely KPIs to ensure that the College can meet its targets
• To provide funding knowledge to Curriculum Directors
• To actively promote operational efficiencies using new technologies.
• To direct and ensure the effective management and delivery of the College’s Exams service;
• To be responsible for the management of HE data
• To develop IT solutions for management information services
• To ensure that robust processes are in place to support Fees Policy and collection of such fees
• To be responsible for ensuring effective and timely management reports and analysis for a variety of internal and external audiences;
• To prepare reports for the Corporation and asappropriate and Chair relevant Collegecommittees and working groups;

• To contribute to the overall leadership and
• strategic development of the College;
• To advise the Principal and other members of the Executive Leadership Team and the Board on the development of College policy in the post holder’s areas of responsibility;
• To work with the Executive Leadership Team to agree key performance indicators for the College and for the post holder’s area of responsibility and to put in place mechanisms to ensure that these are achieved;
• To develop effective strategic partnerships and working relationships with key stakeholders;

• To lead the department to ensure a culture of continuous improvement to meet agreed quality standards
• To ensure compliance with the QA procedures of the College and its external partners
• To ensure that QA data and processes provide timely and accurate reporting of data

• To ensure effective and efficient use of departmental resources including the deployment of staff
• To work with the DCEO on the development of the College’s strategic plan
• To develop and lead the department business plan
• To prepare and manage the department budget

• To manage all aspects of the agreed staff establishment including performance management, appraisal and staff development in line with college polices and procedures
• To develop, lead and motivate self-managed teams

• To ensure effective internal and external faculty communications
• To develop a culture of high quality customer service for both internal and external customers and ensure that effective service level agreements are in place to facilitate this

• To be aware of, comply with and promote Safeguarding policies and practices at all times.
• To promote Equality & Diversity within teaching and learning and monitor faculty compliance with good practice in this area.
• To be aware of and comply with Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times, in order to protect your own safety and the safety of others
• To undertake any tasks required that are commensurate to the role and grade

PERSON SPECIFICATION – DIRECTOR MIS AND PLANNING

• A first degree or equivalent.

• A higher degree/management qualification.

• Relevant experience in related function at senior management level
• A track record of experience of directing and managing a college information service and providing complex and relevant information statistical information to ELT, Governors and Funding bodies
• Experience of successfully managing a student records database system and exams service
• Successful track record of meeting the needs of a complex organisation and its customers

• Significant relevant experience of developing and implementing quality systems and procedures.
• Direct relevant experience of strategic and curriculum planning processes particularly in relation to the areas covered by this post
• Experience of effective and successful staff leadership, management and development

• A successful track record of managing and delivering change
• Experience and knowledge of the Unit-e system

• Full understanding of the current funding audit requirements for all key funding streams
• An ability to develop positive working relationships with individuals at all levels (internal and external) to promote the college
• Highly developed communication, external liaison and networking skills.
• The ability to lead others through inspirational leadership which commands respect and provides an environment where others feel motivated.
• The ability to delegate effectively and manage the performance of others in accordance with good management practice
• The ability to analyse and solve problems.
• The ability to manage budgets and meet financial targets.
• The ability to articulate a vision for the area, show how it can be achieved and inspire others to success.
• Excellent written skills.
• The ability to motivate and encourage others, inspire trust and a sense of common purpose.
• The ability to work effectively through teams and a critical and sensitive understanding of the roles of teaching and other staff.
• A strong sense of purpose and the drive to achieve agreed goals and promote rigorous performance management

• Knowledge of the Further Education sector, in particular, policy developments in relation to the sector
• A sound understanding of the College’s role in safeguarding students.
• A strong commitment to student success.
• A relentless commitment to excellence
• The ability and determination to promote equality and diversity throughout all aspects of College life, including employment and service delivery.