The 4EU+ European University Alliance is a consortium of eight leading European research universities that are home to over 300,000 learners, 23,000 academic staff and 26,000 administrative staff. The eight members of 4EU+ are large, well-established, comprehensive, public European research universities which include Charles University, Heidelberg University, Paris-Panthéon-Assas University, Sorbonne University, University of Copenhagen, University of Geneva, University of Milan, and University of Warsaw. They are among the top institutions in their respective countries.

As part of the Executive Board, the Secretary General supports the strategic leadership of the Alliance – Governing Board and Management Committee – and plays a pivotal role in the execution and monitoring of the Alliance's yearly activity plan. Based in Brussels, the postholder reports to the 4EU+ Governing Board and works closely with the various groups of the Alliance and is accountable for the overall success of the association. The Secretary General oversees the projects coordinated by the General Secretariat, such as 1CORE.

The Secretary General is responsible for securing adequate funding to support the Alliance’s long-term sustainability and is the primary representative for the Alliance in connecting 4EU+ to the broader European Higher Education network and its reach internationally. This is a highly visible and important position for 4EU+ that requires an individual with outstanding leadership and excellent senior management experience at an international level. The successful candidate should have demonstrable experience working on a par with university leaders and exhibit strong stakeholder management abilities, along with commitment, excellent interpersonal skills, and outstanding communication capabilities.

The salary is commensurate with experience. It is intended that the appointed candidate will take up post as soon as possible.

For more information about the role and 4EU+ Alliance please download the brochure. 

Applications should consist of a cover letter addressing suitability against the person’s specifications and a full curriculum vitae. 

For a conversation in confidence, please contact:  Senior Researcher, Claire Anderson – claire.anderson@perrettlaver.com. Applications can be made by clicking the link below quoting reference 7643. The closing date for applications is 9am CET Friday 17th January 2025.

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