Pro Dean Global (Faculty of Technology)

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. We are one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, and we rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.

We are seeking an outstanding academic leader to join the Faculty of Technology's leadership team as Pro Dean (Global).

This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for advancing the faculty's global engagement, working closely with the Deputy Vice Chancellor – Global Engagement & Student Life to translate the University Strategy into meaningful faculty-wide outcomes. You will provide strategic leadership across Schools, strengthening international partnerships and global opportunities while championing an outstanding, inclusive and student-centred experience.

Key responsibilities:
- Lead the faculty's strategy for global engagement.
- Translate University priorities into clear, measurable faculty outcomes.
- Develop and strengthen international partnerships and global opportunities.
- Support Associate Heads within Schools to implement strategic priorities effectively.
- Promote excellence, innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Location: Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role.

Benefits include:
- Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
- Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
- Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
- Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Staff wellbeing programmes.
- Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
- Discounted learning.
- Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.

New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from normal policy.

We are committed to building a diverse leadership team and women are currently underrepresented in senior leadership roles in our Faculty. We encourage and welcome applications from Women. All appointments are made on merit.

Interviews are currently anticipated to be held on Friday 18 December 2026.

For queries regarding this position, please contact Maria Williamson at [email protected]