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Dubai, United Arab Emirates Three-year term, with potential two-year extension Heriot-Watt University is seeking an exceptional academic leader to serve as Deputy Provost at our expanding Dubai campus. This is a rare opportunity to shape the academic direction, research culture, and student experience of one of the region’s most established international universities. As the most senior academic on campus, the Deputy Provost will play a central role in delivering the University’s global strategy in the UAE. Reporting to Professor Dame Heather McGregor, Provost and Head of Heriot-Watt Dubai, the role encompasses leadership of teaching, learning, and research; strategic planning; external engagement; and operational oversight. Key responsibilities include leading in‑country academic activities, deputising for the Provost, driving growth in externally funded research, strengthening research student numbers, and developing partnerships with industry, government, and academic institutions. The Deputy Provost will ensure an outstanding student experience aligned with global Heriot-Watt standards, oversee quality assurance processes, support academic planning and recruitment, and work closely with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure effective campus operations. They will also chair the Dubai Research Management Committee and contribute to major University-wide initiatives, including regional transnational education activity. We are seeking an experienced academic—ideally from engineering, technology, business, or a related STEM discipline—with a strong research track record and senior leadership experience within a university setting. Candidates should bring experience managing people, budgets, and academic portfolios, along with a proven ability to operate in complex, culturally diverse environments. Knowledge of the UAE higher education landscape is highly desirable, as is familiarity with UK or Scottish HE systems. Experience in internationalisation, partnerships, and transnational education is essential; Arabic language skills are an advantage. The successful candidate will be an inspiring, confident leader with excellent communication skills, a global outlook, strong interpersonal abilities, and the resilience and cultural sensitivity required to thrive in a multi‑campus international university For more information on this post visit - https://www.hw.ac.uk/deputy-provost Closing date for applications is 27th February 2026

Rose Bruford College — a world-leading conservatoire and specialist creative institution — is recruiting a Head of Production and Technical Arts to lead the next chapter of innovation in backstage, technical, and production training. This is a forward-looking appointment. We seek a leader who can honour our craft traditions while driving bold new directions across digital production, sustainability, automation, hybrid performance, and immersive technologies. You will lead curriculum development, oversee high-profile public productions, manage resources and budgets, and build strong partnerships across theatre, film, TV, live events, gaming, and emerging creative sectors. Aligned to the College’s Strategic Plan Adventure and Be Bold (2024–27), you will play a central role in shaping future creative industries, not just responding to them. Reflecting that specialist creative education is a crucible for new ideas, not a skills pipeline, this role demands imagination, expertise, and ambition. We are looking for candidates who can: Lead innovative, future‑focused curriculum design Oversee the delivery of stage, screen, and hybrid productions Drive sustainable production practices Manage budgets, resources, and technical infrastructure Build industry partnerships and pathways Lead and inspire high‑performing teams ROLE PURPOSE: To provide senior academic, creative, and operational leadership across Production and Technical Arts, leading both curriculum innovation and the delivery of all public-facing productions. The role is equal parts: Strategic academic leadership Creative production direction Innovation and digital futures leadership Sustainability champion Budget and resource strategist People and culture builder Consistently contribute to creating positive outcomes for students by participating in initiatives and support that enhance the student experience, with measurable impact on students’ satisfaction and success as evidence by feedback and performance metrics. This is not a maintenance role; it is a future-defining role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Academic Leadership & Future-Focused Curriculum Innovation Lead forward-looking curriculum design and delivery in backstage, technical, and production disciplines. Embed emerging technologies such as virtual production, automation, immersive digital environments, and sustainable production methods. Ensure students are equipped not only for today’s jobs but to shape the new roles and futures of the sector Uphold sector-leading academic quality through progressive, practice‑based learning environments. Creative & Technical Leadership of Productions Oversee all College productions across stage, screen, digital and hybrid platforms. Drive innovation in production design, delivery, and creative workflows. Ensure productions embody the College’s commitment to diversity, experimentation, and artistic excellence. Champion safe, inclusive, and cutting-edge technical environments. Sustainability Leadership Lead sustainability strategy across production and technical operations, in line with the Strategic Plan’s environmental pillar. Implement low‑carbon, circular, and ethically responsible production practices. Educate students and staff in sustainable approaches to design, materials, and technical operation. Financial & Resource Management Lead multi-stream budget planning and resource allocation with strong financial acumen. Oversee procurement, technical infrastructure planning, and renewal cycles. Identify and develop income-generating or cost-saving initiatives aligned with the College mission. Industry Engagement & External Partnerships Build partnerships across theatre, film, TV, live events, gaming, and immersive technology. Develop student pathways into professional practice and emerging creative sectors. Represent the College at ABTT, industry forums, and sector networks. People Leadership Lead and inspire Production and Technical Arts staff teams. Foster a supportive, collaborative, innovative culture grounded in the College’s values. Promote equity, diversity, and inclusive practice in all operations.

Department: IT Services Vacancy ID: 040024 Closing Date: 15-Mar-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. Maynooth University wishes to appoint an IT Analyst on a full‑time, permanent basis at Administrative Officer II grade. The post will report to the Business Systems Manager within the Enterprise Solutions area of IT Services and will form part of the Information Systems Team. The IT Analyst will act as a technical lead responsible for maintaining the quality, enhancement, and continuity of support for the University’s critical Human Resources and Financial business systems. Working within the Information Systems Team and alongside other specialist roles across IT Services, the post‑holder will support core business processes and contribute to the continuous development and improvement of associated services. Salary: Administrative Officer II: €46,418– €65,806 p.a. (9 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, the 15th of March 2026 Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University