Knowledge Exchange Administrator

We are looking for an organised and collaborative individual to join us as the Knowledge Exchange Administrator in the Business & Innovation department at London College of Fashion (LCF).

The role sits within Enterprise Projects, a team which develops and manages LCF's large-scale, externally-funded Knowledge Exchange (KE) projects. KE is one of three priority areas, along with teaching and research, in the academic mission of University Arts London (UAL). Working in collaboration with businesses, universities and third-sector organisations, LCF's KE projects are pioneering change within the fashion industry and enhancing the student experience.

As Knowledge Exchange Administrator, your remit will include:

• Leading on administrative processes for LCF's internal and external KE reporting;

• Pro-actively developing links across LCF to inform colleagues of reporting procedures, providing training to colleagues where required, and gaining relevant information from departments and schools about their KE activities, in order to maintain the college's KE reporting;

• Leading on the administration for reporting of externally funded projects, and working with relevant colleagues at LCF and central UAL to ensure funder-required processes are met;

• Assisting with the planning and implementation of project activities such as events or business support workshops;

• Providing support for the development of new projects through researching funding opportunities and contributing to the development of funding bids by coordinating contributions from staff and external university and industry partners.

Why choose us?

University of the Arts London is a vibrant world centre for innovation, drawing together six Colleges with international reputations in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. London College of Fashion is extremely proud to be a global leader in fashion education, research and consultancy. Much of its success is down to its dedicated employees, and you will play an important role in shaping future creative professionals, and impact on the future of so many creative industries.

London College of Fashion, UAL is undertaking an unprecedented programme of change. In 2022 we will be consolidating our existing six sites into a new purpose built campus as part of a new education and cultural district on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Ahead of this move, we welcome applications from candidates who live in and around East London, as well as from those keen to join us on this exciting and unique opportunity in our College's history.

Your profile

You will have extensive administrative experience, including providing support across large and varied teams, preferably within a Higher Education Institute.

You will have knowledge of conducting both primary and secondary research. Demonstrable experience of supporting the development and delivery of small-medium scale events is also required.

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The closing date for applications is 25 November 2019.

UAL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive university - a place where we all can be ourselves and reach our full potential in our work, learning and creative practice. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

Candidates are advised to submit applications early.