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Centre Co-Ordinator

Coordinator

2026-06-15

Location

Oxford, OX1 6PY

University of Oxford

Type

Fixed Term (3 years), Full Time

Visa Sponsorship

Internal Applicants Only

Required Qualifications

University Administration or Office Management Experience
Strong Organisational & Diary Management Skills
Microsoft 365 Proficiency
Excellent Communication Skills
Ability to Work Independently with Minimal Supervision
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Centre Co-Ordinator

Please note: This post is open to INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

About the Role

The Department of Education is looking for a self-motivated Centre Co-ordinator to provide a comprehensive administration support to the newly created Centre for the Learning and Teaching of Chinese. This is a highly responsible role, and you will be involved in implementing new processes and collaborating with the wider department to ensure that the centre delivers in its mission and embeds itself within the wider department.

Your role will be to support in the day-to-day operations of the Centre, undertaking all of the wide variety of administrative functions, ensuring that they are aligned with the wider Department and liaising with the wider professional services team. You will be expected to manage your own workload, and to work with independence and within minimal supervision, while being part of the wider professional services team.

The postholder will have proven experience in university administration or office management, with responsibility for coordinating day-to-day operations. They will demonstrate strong organisational skills, including the ability to manage complex diaries, arrange meetings and coordinate travel effectively. The role requires the ability to prioritise a varied workload, meet deadlines, and work under pressure while using initiative and maintaining a collaborative approach as part of a team. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with senior academics, stakeholders and external contacts, both in writing and verbally. A high level of proficiency in Microsoft 365 and other office systems is essential, along with the flexibility to adapt to new technologies.

This post is fixed term for 3 years, on a full time basis.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online, and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and a CV.

Only applications received before 12.00 noon on Monday 15 June 2026 will be considered.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🔒Who can apply for the Centre Co-Ordinator role at Oxford?

This post is open to INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY. External candidates are not eligible. Check your eligibility via the University of Oxford internal portal before applying.

🎓What experience is required for the Centre Co-Ordinator position?

Proven experience in university administration or office management is essential, including day-to-day operations coordination, complex diary management, and travel coordination. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently are key.

📋What are the key responsibilities of the Centre Co-Ordinator?

The role involves providing comprehensive administration support to the Centre for the Learning and Teaching of Chinese, implementing new processes, managing daily operations, liaising with professional services teams, and ensuring alignment with the wider Department of Education.

💼What qualifications and skills are needed for this Oxford administration job?

Essential skills include Microsoft 365 proficiency, excellent written and verbal communication, the ability to prioritise varied workloads, meet deadlines under pressure, and engage professionally with senior academics and stakeholders. Flexibility with new technologies is required.

📝How do I apply for the Centre Co-Ordinator vacancy?

Applications must be made online before 12.00 noon on Monday 15 June 2026. Upload a supporting statement and CV. Only internal applicants will be considered. Visit the administration jobs page for similar opportunities.
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