EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ASSISTANT (BUCA)
MAY 2023
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The British Universities China Association (BUCA) is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as an Executive Committee Assistant. As a non-profit organisation in the education industry, BUCA aims to foster international educational development between the UK and China by providing support to professionals in the field.
The British Universities China Association (BUCA) is a non-profit organisation for the education industry. The aim of the association is to provide support for professionals working in the field of international educational development between the UK and China. BUCA facilitates new dialogues between international education professionals, their partners, and organisations in order to promote international education in both the UK and China. Our committee is dedicated to engaging in active and ongoing communication at a senior level with government bodies, higher education institutions, and educational support organisations. Through these efforts, we aim to provide a platform that supports all members with an interest in international education between the UK and China. BUCA Committee consists of Chair, vice chairs, secretary and 5 departments’ directors. They are Public relations, Business development, Marketing and Communication, Finance and Internal Communications. Executive Committee Assistant works closely with all BUCA committee members to provide support in their projects.
Job Title: Executive Committee Assistant
Band: Grade 1 Hours are flexible week to week and up to 20 hours per week. Approximately £10.65 per hour of work
Team: Committee
Job Description: As an Executive Committee Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the BUCA committee members in their various projects. You will be responsible for facilitating effective communication and coordination between the committee and external stakeholders, including government bodies, higher education institutions, and educational support organisations. Your primary objective will be to ensure the smooth operation of the committee and contribute to the promotion of international education in both the UK and China.
Requirements:
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all tasks.
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
Prior experience in administrative or support roles is desirable.
Knowledge or interest in the education industry and international relations is advantageous.
Main Duties:
Update marketing information including official website, WeChat and LinkedIn Campaign assets, event speaker card and other visual aids when required.
Organise online and offline events by sending out invite, confirm agenda, and provide support by greeting and directing visitors, taking photos/videos.
Set up monthly committee meetings, conference calls and taking minutes where required and complete projects required by Committee members.
Assist the finance director to complete financial reporting, expenses claim and other ad-hoc projects.
Applicants should be made by sending CV and cover letter and clearly state how they meet each of the essential criteria in their application to contacts@buca.uk
For an informal conversation about the post including any questions about the application process please contact the secretary, Sophie Yang, via email y.yang4@lboro.ac.uk or 07549212817.
Closing date: Thursday 22 June 2023
Interviews: Thursday 29 June 2023
Candidates selected for interview will be informed via email by no later than Saturday 29th June 2023.