About the role
The Chief Executive will provide visionary leadership to ensure the long-term sustainability and strategic development of the Students’ Union (SU). Under the direction of the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive will drive the performance, development, and financial health of the SU, aligning its operations with its mission, vision, and values. This role requires fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture, supporting and empowering elected student leaders, and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders across Falmouth University and the University of Exeter as well as, FX Plus and the wider community.
The Chief Executive will work day-to-day with full-time and part-time elected student officers to communicate and implement the SU’s strategy and priorities effectively. The SU serves a diverse student membership from both universities studying in Cornwall. These students, although from different universities, share their university experience outside the lecture and seminar rooms, making it essential to enhance their overall student life and community engagement.
Additionally, the Chief Executive will lead strategic planning, implement effective governance, and enhance the internal and external reputation of the SU, ensuring it meets the needs of its diverse membership and key stakeholders.
Full requirements can be found in the Recruitment Pack.
How to Apply
Please click here to submit your CV, online application and diversity monitoring.
Please ensure you have read the full Recruitment Pack before applying. Please complete the online application form, you will be asked to answer the following questions related to the role:
- Why are you interested in applying and how do you feel your personal values align with the organisation?
- What are the key achievements and outcomes within your career that make you a strong candidate for this role?
- Please describe how you have successfully managed complex stakeholder relationships to achieve a shared goal?
Please ensure you refer to the person specification section when completing your application.
Please respond to the questions above with a maximum of 400 words per question. We would advise you prepare your answers to the questions in a separate document before copying and pasting them into the form to avoid losing your work.
The closing date for applications is 8am 27 August 2024.
Interview Dates
Please reserve the following dates in your diary when you apply:
Longlist interviews (remote): Monday 2 September
Final interviews (in person) at the Penryn Campus, Cornwall: Wednesday 11 September
Additional Questions
If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange an initial, informal discussion about the role, please contact our recruitment partners, Atkinson HR consulting via email: Kate@atkinsonhrconsulting.co.uk.