Assistant Faculty Manager

Dublin City University; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Dublin City University is seeking an Assistant Faculty Manager in Dublin to lead a professional and administrative team within the DCU Business School. The role combines managerial and administrative duties, contributing to strategic objectives and supporting senior faculty leadership.

The post includes supervising staff, coordinating IT and systems development, and driving major school projects while working closely with associate deans and faculty committees. Closing date is November 6, 2026.

Qualifications

• Oversee academic administration and manage administrative staff.
• Recruitment, training and development of staff in the school’s professional and administration team.
• Drive IT/systems development and implementation and provide leadership on university projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to associate deans and faculty committees.
• Liaise with the Dean, heads of academic groups and central university units.
• Contribute to the School Strategy and DCU Operating Model implementation.

Job description

Role Profile

The Assistant Faculty Manager role is a senior position within the Business School’s professional and administrative team and is central to the effective operation of the school. The post is both managerial and administrative in nature and the post-holder will be expected to make a significant contribution to the attainment of the school’s strategic objectives. The successful candidate will directly manage staff in the school’s professional and administration team and will assist the Faculty Manager with a wide range of operational duties. The specific responsibilities of this role include overseeing academic administration, managing administrative staff (including recruitment, training, and development), driving IT/systems development and implementation, providing leadership on strategically important university or school projects, and providing high-level support to associate deans and related faculty committees. The Assistant Faculty Manager will report to the Faculty Manager or nominee(s) and will liaise closely with the faculty administrative team, Dean, associate deans, heads of academic group, academic colleagues, professional staff in central university units, and relevant university committees on a regular basis. As the implementation of the School Strategy and DCU Operating Model evolves and progresses, the range of duties and responsibilities attached to the post will be subject to change. Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required.

Salary Scale

Professional 6 - €64,984 - €92,573.

Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.

Closing Date: Friday, 6th November 2026.

Additional Information

Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment.

Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:

Mr Jonathan Begg, Faculty Manager, DCU Business School, Dublin City University.

Phone: + 353 (0)1 7007499

Email: [e-mail]

Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer.

In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process.

The University’s Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs

[e-mail] +00353 1 700 5436