Student Administrator; -E

Contract Type: Fixed Term
- Maternity Cover 13/04/2026 to 02/05/2027

Release Date: Thursday 05 March 2026

Closing Date: Thursday 19 March 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: 5356-E

The Natural Resources Institute (NRI) ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ) is an internationally renowned multi-disciplinary centre of the University of Greenwich that undertakes research, consultancy, teaching and training to support food and nutrition security, sustainable development, economic growth and poverty reduction mainly in developing countries. NRI’s work is globally respected and has won many awards including a recent Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Further and Higher Education.

The Institute is located at the University’s Medway Campus in Chatham Maritime, Kent.

The role is a fixed term, full time maternity cover. We are looking for a highly motivated individual capable of supporting complex administrative standards and systems within a teaching support office environment. The successful candidate will join a team of dedicated, professional services staff within NRI ensuring successful delivery of NRI’s business.

On a daily basis you will support core student administrative activities such as student wellbeing, faculty assessment panels, examinations administration, awards ceremonies, registration, attendance monitoring and retention.

You will have proven experience of working in a busy student office using office IT systems to support delivery of graduate and postgraduate teaching experience. The role is based in a deadline-driven office in a teaching and research environment. You should also have an interest in, and commitment to, the work of the Institute.

Please note, this position is not hybrid and the successful candidate will be expected to be in the office five days a week.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Tracey Squires – NRI Programme Admin Manager at

We are committed to building a strong, diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly encourage applications from [protected characteristic(s)], who are currently under-represented within the University of Greenwich at these levels/within these areas.

We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form.

We are making significant strides to understand and continuously improve our employees’ experience and we are committed to implementing progressive diversity talent management.