AHEP International HE SIG Lead and Deputy Coordinator(s)
Location: Remote
Salary: Volunteer
Closing Date: midnight on Sunday, 30 March
About the SIG:
The International HE SIG is a well established network of over 300 AHEP members.
The Special Interest Group for International Higher Education provides networking and development opportunities for AHEP members with a professional interest in university internationalisation, broadly defined.
Purpose:
The main aim of this SIG is to promote understanding of the global dimensions of UK higher education, and how our roles and responsibilities relate to the broader international developments shaping how our institutions operate.
As a Deputy Coordinator of the International HE SIG, you will be involved in planning, coordination and delivery of SIG activities including international study tours and regular member meetings.
Key Responsibilities:
– Knowledge Sharing: Facilitate the exchange of ideas, resources, and best practices among SIG members, contributing to a collective pool of expertise.
– Global Collaboration: Utilise your connections within HE to organise virtual study tours across the globe which will facilitate meaningful cross-cultural collaboration.
– Logistical Support: working with the SIG Lead Coordinators to arrange national and local digital meetups, providing event support and follow up actions
– Community Building: Cultivate a sense of belonging for SIG members, creating a supportive network for those passionate about or working within international HE.
Location: Remote (with discounted places available at AHEP events such as the AHEP Annual Conference)
Salary: Volunteer
Closing Date: midnight on Sunday, 30 March
How to apply: Please supply an up-to-date CV and a cover letter of no more than one page / 750 words detailing your commitment to the SIG and how you would showcase this within your role as a coordinator.
Please specify the SIG and the role that you are applying for within your application.
For further guidance on the roles, responsibilities and benefits of being a SIG Coordinator, please read our SIG Handbook.
If you have any further questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact hello@ahep.ac.uk.
Requirements:
– Experience within International HE initiatives within the higher education sector.
– Strong organisational and leadership skills.
– Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders from a range of organisations and institutions across the globe.
– Excellent and varied communication and advocacy skills
For further detail on the responsibilities and benefits of being an AHEP SIG Coordinator, please access our SIG Guidance Handbook. This document outlines the essential expectations and tasks that coordinators might engage in and aims to provide coordinators with comprehensive support in navigating the various aspects involved in forming, organising, and managing their groups effectively.
Next Steps…
Following the deadline for applications on Sunday, 30 March 2025, applications will be reviewed by the AHEP Professional Development Team. Successful applicants will be invited to a 30-minute call via Teams to discuss their application further. Following this conversation, the AHEP team will confirm the outcome of your application.
If you have any questions, please contact hello@ahep.ac.uk.