Operations Manager - Anti-Racism Observatory for Scotland (743827)

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the AROS initiative. The ideal candidate will have expertise in operational management, contract management, and establishing governance systems. This fixed-term position runs until 31/10/2027, aiming to operationalize the Observatory's objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience of operational management, planning and change.
• Expertise in contract management.
• Experience in establishing new governance systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Observatory.
• Act as the main liaison between AROS and the host partner.

Skills

Operational management

Planning and change

Contract management

Job description

Overview

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Salary range : £47,389-£58,225

FTE : 1 (35 hours/week)

Term : Fixed Term (until 31/10/2027)

Closing date : 01/10/2025

AROS (Anti-Racism Observatory for Scotland) is a bold, community-rooted initiative dedicated to challenging systemic racism, holding power to account, and amplifying the voices of those most affected by racial injustice in Scotland.

We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced, multi-tasker to take on a new and exciting role of Operations Manager to work with colleagues across AROS as we stand up and operationalise the organisation.

This role would suit candidates with experience of operational management, planning and change, contract management and establishing new governance systems and processes. Key to this role is managing the day to day operations of the Observatory and to act as the main liaison between AROS and the host partner (University of Strathclyde).

Hosted by the University of Strathclyde in partnership with the Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights (CRER), and funded by the Scottish Government, AROS is in a critical two-year transition toward full independence.

Initial interviews have been scheduled for 22 October 2025

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Manish Joshi / Tanja Bueltmann, AROS Project Lead ([e-mail]).

Full details available.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Observatory.
• Act as the main liaison between AROS and the host partner (University of Strathclyde).

Qualifications

• Experience of operational management, planning and change.
• Contract management expertise.
• Experience in establishing new governance systems and processes.