FASoS is looking for a head of our Office of Student Affairs (OSA) who combines knowledge and passion for educational processes with experience in leading and developing teams of professionals.
OSA is a dynamic environment with seven teams (26 people) of professionals with diverse tasks that form the basis of our educational processes. The teams are: Admissions, Front office, Planning, Exams, Service desk Board of Examiners, International Relations Office and the Student Advisors of all our programmes. The tasks that fall under OSA relate to national legislation and Maastricht University or FASoS specific education policy that guide and shape our educational processes.
Next to leading OSA, you will be part of the Management Team of FASoS’ Faculty Office with the other clusters of the Teaching & Learning Hub, Facility Services, Marketing & Communication, ICTS, Finance and HR. Given the important function of OSA in the realization of our education, you play an important role as a bridge builder between your team, other Faculty Office departments and of course our teaching staff.
Requirements
What we offer
As Head of the Office of Student Affairs at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, you will be employed by the most international university in the Netherlands, located in the beautiful city of Maastricht. In addition, we offer you:
The terms of employment at Maastricht University are largely set out in the collective labor agreement of Dutch Universities. In addition, local provisions specific to UM apply. For more information,click here
Maastricht University
Why work at Maastricht University?
At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.
In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.
With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.
Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.
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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences FASoS is a close-knit community of approximately 250 staff members and 2100 students. During breaks and before meetings, you can often find us at our favourite local coffee spot Bandito Espresso.
Communication lines within our faculty are short and colleagues are always ready to assist each other. FASoS consists of a highly international student population and a significant part of our staff comes from abroad. Our faculty offers four bachelor programs, eight masters programs, including two research master programs, that are all characterized by their interdisciplinary approach.
Our research institute studies societies and cultures as they have developed in the modern and contemporary periods. We adopt a radically interdisciplinary approach, analysing the interconnections between Europeanization, globalization, scientific and technological advancement, political change, and cultural innovation.
In addition to teaching and research, our colleagues enjoy expressing themselves creatively. They create podcasts, write poetry as well as fiction.
Working at FASoS means working in a challenging yet informal environment. We believe in crafting your own career path and are always ready to help you in making the most of your job. For more information about FASoS, you can visit our website FASoS
Curious?
Are you interested in this exciting position but still have questions? Feel free to contact Constance Sommerey, director of business operations, via [email protected] Do you have any questions regarding the procedure, please contact Manon Souren at [email protected]or +31 6 34 57 77 32.
Applying?
Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new colleague? Apply now, no later than November 1st, 2024 for this position.
The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.
1st round of job interviews: Monday, November 25th between 9:00 - 13:00
2nd round of job interviews: Wednesday, December 4th between 9:00 and 13:00
Terms of employment interview: Wednesday, December 11th from 11:00 – 12:00
Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.
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