Hybrid Operations & Projects Co-ordinator

The Open University UK; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Open University in Milton Keynes is seeking a Co-ordinator within the Faculty's professional services team to coordinate and directly provide project, operational, and administrative support, and to manage a team of staff in Business Services.

Working flexibly and collaboratively with colleagues across the Faculty and the wider University, you will be responsible for the local planning and organisation of support in the most efficient and effective way to meet the expected standards of

Responsibilities

• Providing proactive operational, administrative, and secretarial support to colleagues across the Faculty and wider University.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations and processes; support improvement and development of operational capabilities.
• Lead and manage a team of Assistants within the unit, including workload coordination and staff development.
• Support governance activities, including drafting agendas, circulating papers, and taking minutes for committees.
• Assist with budget management, records, and reporting; contribute to planning and forecasting.
• Ensure adherence to procedures and provide guidance on policy and processes related to operations.
• Organise meetings, events, and conferences; manage rooms, AV, travel, and catering as needed.

Job description

The Open University in Milton Keynes is seeking a Co-ordinator within the Faculty's professional services team to coordinate and directly provide project, operational, and administrative support, and to manage a team of staff in Business Services.

Working flexibly and collaboratively with colleagues across the Faculty and the wider University, you will be responsible for the local planning and organisation of support in the most efficient and effective way to meet the expected standards of