Senior Vice President, Academic – South East Technological University

The Organisation

South East Technological University (SETU) was established in May 2022, enabled by new legislation and the merger of two former Institutes of Technology that had been central to economic, social and cultural life in the south east for fifty years. As a multi-campus technological university, SETU serves its 18,000+ learners across campuses in Waterford, Carlow, Wexford, Wicklow and Kilkenny and employs almost 2,000 staff. The University is redefining the educational and economic landscape of the south east, offering student-centred education and committing to innovation and impact, delivering world-class research and elevating the south east as a hub of excellence.

The Role

The Senior Vice-President, Academic will lead the overall strategic academic direction of SETU. They will hold the position of Deputy President and deputise for the President on any university matter. They will ensure that academic activity aligns with the mission, vision and values of the University and they will support the research agenda, playing a key part in accomplishing SETU’s academic goals as set out in the University’s strategic plan. The Senior Vice-President, Academic will have responsibility for academic resourcing and academic planning and they will guide the relevant Vice-Presidents in support and development of the academic experience of students and the research profile of SETU.

Application and Further Information

For further information and to apply for this role visit www.forvismazars.com/ie/en/executiverecruitment 

All enquiries relating to the roles should be directed to the Executive Recruitment Team by email to execrecruit@mazars.ie or by telephone on +353 (1) 449 4400. 

Forvis Mazars will be managing all aspects of this recruitment project on behalf of SETU

No enquiries or canvassing should be made directly to SETU

Deadline for applications: 12 noon, Monday, 14th April 2025.

Essential Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate evidence of:

• Doctoral qualification
• Commitment to academic excellence and the positive academic experience of students
• Proven history of strong external relationships and partnerships, including with enterprise, public sector bodies, agencies and other universities
• Engagement within Higher Education on a national or international scale
• Successful leadership of large/complex academic units with significant strategic, financial and operational responsibilities
• Significant experience leading Research and Development
• An understanding of policy, funding and Government environment as it relates to higher education

Desirable Requirements

• The successful candidate may demonstrate evidence of:
• A positive, enthusiastic, flexible and proactive approach to work allied with an ability to deliver
• Ability to prioritise and manage workloads and to cope with conflicting demands.
• Leading a complex organisation through a period of major change.