The University Association of South Iceland is seeking to hire a Managing Director.
Háskólfélag Suðurlands ehf. is seeking to hire a Managing Director to manage the company’s ambitious work, in accordance with its vision, values and project strategy. The offer is a challenging and at the same time rewarding job and the opportunity to build a knowledge community, enhance access to higher education in South Iceland and contribute to a more diverse economic life in the region.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Daily operations of the company, preparation and follow-up of financial plans
- Acquire and work on projects that align with the company’s strategy in collaboration with the board and staff
- Collaboration with the company’s owners, key stakeholders and the government
- Promotions and marketing in collaboration with staff and board
- Be a leader in teamwork projects together with the company’s staff
Educational and qualification requirements:
- University education that is useful in work
- Rich leadership skills
- Sustainable experience in operations and management
- Project management experience
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and a solution-oriented approach
- Initiative and imagination
- Experience in promotion and marketing in diverse media
- Extensive knowledge and connections to business and education in South Iceland desirable
- Experience with international projects preferred
Háskólfélag Suðurlands ehf. is a progressive company owned by Southerners. The company’s goal is to increase the quality of life in South Iceland by mediating and strengthening university activities in the region and connecting research from universities and institutions with business and innovation in the region. Further information about the company can be found on its website, www.hfsu.is
The application deadline is April 23, 2025.
Interested parties are encouraged to apply, regardless of gender and origin.
The list of applicants will not be published.
Apply for the job at www.mognum.is
For further information, please contact Sigríður Ólafsdóttir at sigga@mognum.is.
The application must be accompanied by a detailed CV and a cover letter explaining the reason for the application and justifying the applicant’s qualifications.