If you have experience of working in a busy, process-driven office role and you can demonstrate excellent customer service skills, this administrative post could be a great opportunity for you to broaden your skills in the innovative International Programmes department at the University of Kent.

The position is part-time, 21 hours per week, and will involve providing effective administrative support to the team and on a variety of programmes and courses, allowing you to build your experience and understanding of supporting a diverse and international customer base.

As Administrative Support Assistant you will:
- provide efficient and high quality administration support to facilitate the smooth running of the Centre’s programmes and courses, including database work
- act as the point of contact for students and staff on a range of programmes and courses, proactively managing enquiries and covering reception
- provide support with promoting programmes and courses and attend events

To be successful in this role you will have:
- GCSE level at Grade A-C/9-4 in English and Maths, or equivalent
- proven office experience gained in a high volume, busy, process-driven working environment
- an ability to deal with conflicting demands and to manage fluctuating workloads
- accuracy and attention to detail

The International Programmes department provides high-quality and market-responsive in-house international pathways to Kent degrees, as well as a variety of pre-sessional and other foundation degrees and international summer schools to enhance opportunities for staff and students, as well as the University’s international reputation.

The University of Kent is a distinctive and attractive place to work. We employ around 6,000 staff, including academic and research staff and a full range of support and administration staff. Our stunning main campus in Canterbury, Kent was founded in 1965 and is set among green and tranquil open space overlooking the spectacular Cathedral. Our staff enjoy competitive salaries, an occupational pension scheme, generous holiday entitlements and a great working environment.

This vacancy closes on Tuesday 15 December.

Full details of the role and the selection criteria are available via the University of Kent jobs website, where you can apply for this post - click on 'Apply online’ below.