Vice Chancellor - Norwich University of the Arts
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Vice Chancellor Grace Farman, BA Fine Art
Contents
Welcome from the Chair of Council 3
About NUA 5
Strategic Development – Mission, Values and Vision 7
Current NUA Equality statement 9
Governance and Management Structure 10
Financial Performance Academic Year 2018/19 12
Vice Chancellor Role Description 13
Person Specification 14
Appointment details and How to Apply 15
Emily Mitchell, BA Fashion
Communication and Promotion
2
Welcome from the
Chair of Council
Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) draws In common with other universities, the
on a distinguished 175-year history but new Vice Chancellor will face the pressing
is focused on the future. We are looking contemporary challenges of climate change
for a Vice Chancellor who will steer the and advancing diversity in the staff and
University through the many uncertainties student community and in the curriculum.
facing higher education and build on A priority will be addressing with agility
NUA’s impressive high standing in the and dynamism how NUA, and the wider
UK’s specialist arts sector nationally and specialist arts sector, provides graduates
develop its international profile. with the skills to meet the evolving needs of
the UK’s creative industries—a crucial part
The outgoing Vice Chancellor, Professor of the national economy.
John Last OBE, has been a transformational
leader. His successor will be expected to The Vice Chancellor’s role in building
exhibit similar skills of leadership and vision NUA’s national and international profile
while managing collegially the talented will be balanced with playing an active
senior management team and staff in a part in shaping the regional economy and
closely-knit community. The incoming Vice the future of its dynamic creative-digital
Chancellor will inherit a strong financial sector. The University is also a key part of
base and an enviable record of academic the civic life of the vibrant city of Norwich;
achievement since university status was accordingly, the Vice Chancellor is an
conferred in 2012. NUA always seeks to important ambassador for NUA in the city
recruit bright students with the potential to and county of Norfolk.
succeed whatever their background and
who want to enjoy a student experience that If you feel this is the job for you and
has its challenges but is also inspiring. The you believe in the life-changing value of
University regards academic success and education for the individual and society I
financial strength as complementary and look forward to receiving your application.
mutually re-enforcing.
Albert McMenemy,
Chair of Council.
Margaret McCune, BA Fine Art
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WE ARE
THE CURIOUS.
THE MAKERS
OF CREATORS.
A CAMPUS
LIKE NO OTHER.
175 YEARS OLD
YET STILL
PIONEERING.
WE ARE NUA.
Chris Roberts, BA Photography
4
About NUA
Norwich University of the Arts (NUA)
provides specialist arts, design, architecture
and media education at degree level. While
our history can be traced back to 1845, our
outlook is focused on the future.
From a city centre campus that boasts
cutting-edge facilities, to an approach to
teaching which saw us awarded Gold under
the Teaching Excellence Framework and
ranked 10th in the UK for teaching quality
by The Times and The Sunday Times Good
University Guide 2018, our reputation for
excellence is well-earned.
NUA has thrived as an established university,
developing a national reputation as an
innovative and creative academic community,
with a firm commitment to offering vocational,
practice based courses that afford students
space to develop their skills and pursue
their passion.
At the heart of it all, our students. Artists,
designers, makers. Bringing diverse interests
and unique perspectives, they share a desire
to be challenged and inspired. To learn from
the past and shape the future.
More information about NUA
View our Undergraduate Prospectus
View our MA Prospectus
Kate Loveday, BA Fashion
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UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR
FOR STUDENT RETENTION
The Times/Sunday Times Good
University Guide 2020
TOP 10 UK UNIVERSITY
FOR TEACHING QUALITY
The Times/Sunday Times Good
University Guide 2018
TOP 6 UK UNIVERSITY
FOR CREATIVE SCENE
Which? Student Survey 2019
TOP 5 UK UNIVERSITY
FOR UNIVERSITY FACILITIES
WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2019
SHORTLISTED
FOR OUTSTANDING SUPPORT FOR
STUDENTS AND HIGHLY COMMENDED
FOR MOST INNOVATIVE TEACHER
Times Higher Education Awards 2019
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Strategic Our Strategic Plan
2020–2025
Our Values
Development Norwich University of the Arts is an
– We aim to be sustainable in
everything we do
inclusive community transforming
Mission, Values and Vision – We value honesty and integrity
lives and creating futures. as key to our success
– We are a caring community
Our Mission and value the contribution of
all of our members
As the University develops its new To inspire creativity and originality, – We are a community that nurtures
2020-2025 Strategic Plan, this is the encourage ethical thinking and creativity in all its forms
time to join this community and help sustainable practice, and develop
shape its future. Students, staff and skills and expertise valued by – We are ethical in all of our dealings
Council are working together to create industry today and tomorrow. – We are ambitious for our staff
the new plan for the next five years. and our students
Our Vision – We are disruptive challenging
established ideas and practices
– To be seen as the UK’s leading
– We are original as a community
university for creative thinkers,
of professionals who can think
makers, and designers whatever
creatively and be the catalysts
their background.
for change
– To become industry’s first choice
for innovative collaboration, the
creation of new courses, and
development of new creative skills.
– To be a leading advocate for
ethical thinking and sustainable
practice across all fields of
creative endeavour.
Emily McLeister, Fashion Communication and Promotion
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OUR VISION
IS TO BE SEEN AS
THE UK’S LEADING
UNIVERSITY
FOR CREATIVE
THINKERS, MAKERS,
AND DESIGNERS
WHATEVER THEIR
BACKGROUND.
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Current NUA Equality, Diversity, Inclusion
& Change Commitment:
Equality statement Norwich University of the Arts believes that
equality, diversity and inclusion are values and
(from EDI policy)
attributes at the heart of successful creative
communities. We are committed to becoming
a learning and work environment without
barriers to progression and success, free from
discrimination and where all are treated with
Norwich University of the Arts is committed
fairness, tolerance, dignity and respect.
to embedding equality and inclusion in all
of its practices and aims to establish an Work is under way to ensure our aspiration to
inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, celebrate and promote diversity, equality and
is free from discrimination and one which is inclusion, becomes the everyday experience
based on the values of dignity and respect. of staff and students at NUA. The Black Lives
Matter protests of 2020 were a moment for
reflection on our progress and our Change
Group drawn from across the university
will map how we can re-imagine policy and
practice across everything we do. Working
together, we will create an environment that
upholds the values of decency and where
individual and collective ideas can flourish for
the benefit of all in our communities.
Racism and discrimination in any form have
no place at NUA and will be challenged.
9Governance and
Management Structure
The University was established as an independent higher education
institution under Section 121 of the Education Reform Act 1988,
and is a recognised body with taught degree awarding powers.
The University is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). In 2012 it
was granted university title by the Privy Council, becoming Norwich
University of the Arts.
NUA’s Governing Body is the The Council has delegated certain
Council. The Council consists functions to a number of sub-
of up to 24 members, of which committees: Audit Committee;
the majority are independent Finance and Resources Committee;
members, alongside representation Nominations Committee; Personnel
from teaching staff, students and Committee; Remuneration
professional services staff. Committee. The academic
management of the University is
The Council is responsible for delegated to the University Senate.
determining the mission, educational
character and strategic vision of the The Chancellor acts as the
University including the adoption of ceremonial head of the University
its long term academic and financial and is not a member of Council.
plans with accompanying key The inaugural Chancellor was the
performance indicators. It delegates actor Sir John Hurt and the current
authority to the Vice Chancellor, Chancellor is the BAFTA award-
as Chief Executive Officer, for the winning screenwriter and director,
development and implementation of Amma Asante.
such plans covering the academic,
corporate, financial, estate and
personnel management functions
of the University.
10Vice Chancellor and Vice Chancellor
Strategic Management Group
Angela Robson
Deputy
Vice Chancellor
Prof. Neil Powell
Pro Vice Chancellor
(Academic)
Prof. Richard Prof. Hilary
Angela Tubb
Sawdon Smith Carlisle
Academic
Dean of Arts Dean of Design
Registrar
and Media and Architecture
Kate Secker Sarah Hamilton
Director of Human Director of
Resources External Relations
Sarah Steed Stephen
Director of Belderbos
Innovation & Director of
Engagement Finance
Conner Merry, BA Animation
11Financial
Performance
Academic Year 2018/19
Annual turnover of
c. £24m
£20m+
in student fee and education
contract income
Surplus of
£4.75m
achieved
View NUA 2018/19 Accounts
Erin Ruane, BA Graphic Design
12Vice Chancellor
Role Description
The Vice Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer and is accountable
to Council for the academic, corporate, financial, estate and personnel
management of the University.
Principal Responsibilities
Working with Council, staff and students and, where appropriate,
with external stakeholders the postholder will:
• Ensure that NUA is driven by a vision, strategy • Develop further close relationships with
and set of values consistent with its mission. the creative industries so that they have
the graduates they need and draw on their
• Lead, manage and support the University’s working knowledge to adapt the curriculum
Senior Management Team in the development in response to change in the workplace.
and implementation of plans to deliver the
University’s academic, financial, workforce • Promote the interests of the University
and other operational objectives. externally at all levels being both a
knowledgeable representative and a champion
• Afford high priority to the achievement of for small and specialist universities.
academic excellence which will inform and
improve the student experience. • Foster an environment in which both staff and
students feel engaged and inspired to achieve
• Maintain a strong financial base which their creative potential and one in which
enables the University to achieve its strategic equality, diversity and inclusion is widely
and operational objectives and to invest accepted and practised.
for the future diversifying income streams
where appropriate. • Work collaboratively with the Council in the
pursuit of agreed strategic and operational
objectives and in the maintenance of
corporate governance of the highest standard.
13Person
Specification
1. 2. 3. 4.
Strategy and The Staff and Executive
Leadership Students Stakeholders Experience
Develop and embed a Enhance NUA’s current Be able to motivate and engage Demonstrate a track record
refreshed NUA Strategy strengths to position it staff and stakeholders about of dynamic and successful
through consultation with as a leading developer of the benefits of innovation and leadership and management
individual stakeholders. outstanding students for the organisational change. in a complex organisation.
creative industries regionally,
Possess the vision, nationally and internationally. Be skilled at problem solving Have a track record of excellent
commitment and credibility and decision making at a resource and performance
to lead NUA through a period Be passionate about the power strategic level based on management skills of people,
of significant opportunity and of higher education to transform organisational values. finance and other assets.
change within the context of individuals, communities and
the re-imagining of post-Covid the creative industries. Be committed to the civic Possess an influential
Higher Education provision. value of universities and the network of contacts which
Ensure the curriculum is positive contribution they will be beneficial to NUA’s
Promote a vibrant, digital, inclusive and reflects the make to their locality. development.
sustainable and inclusive changing nature of the
environment which inspires creative industries so that Capable of undertaking an In depth knowledge of the
and adds value to the core students have a broad range ambassadorial role creative industries and preferably
activities of teaching of transferable skills. for NUA locally, regionally too of the university sector.
excellence, research and and nationally.
knowledge exchange.
Jungmin Kim, BA Illustration
14Appointment details For a confidential discussion please contact
Rachel Hogan on +44 (0)20 7340 6210 or
and How to Apply rachel.hogan@perrettlaver.com
Applications should consist of a covering letter,
full CV detailing academic and professional
qualifications, employment history, latest remuneration
and relevant achievements.
The appointment of the Vice Chancellor will be determined by a
Selection Panel, chaired by the Chair of Council, Albert McMenemy. Applicants are also asked to complete the Equal
Opportunities Monitoring form. This form will be used for
A search exercise is being undertaken by Perrett Laver who will monitoring purposes only and will not be made available
support the Selection Panel to identify the widest possible field of to those engaged in shortlisting for the position.
qualified candidates and to assist in their assessment.
Candidates who have particular requirements if invited to
interview should make them clear in their applications.
Applications can be uploaded at
candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies
Please quote reference 4792.
The closing date for applications is midnight on
Monday 12th October 2020.
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