Director of Skills & Marketing

_Welcome 

I would like to welcome you to Dumfries and Galloway College we are a dynamic institution committed to excellence in further education and lifelong learning.  As the Principal I am proud of the achievements we have made in providing high-quality education and fostering an environment where both students and staff can thrive.

We are currently seeking an exceptional individual to join our senior leadership team in the pivotal role of Director of Skills and Marketing.  This is a unique opportunity for a visionary and results-driven professional to make a significant impact on our college’s growth and success as part of our, soon to be launched, Mission 2030 strategy.  This strategy builds on the success we have had in developing the college as part of our Ambition 2025 strategy, in this we saw some notable successes:

• Student performance and satisfaction above the national sector.
• Commercial income in line with OECD high growth enterprises.
• Net zero reduction of over 50%.
• Met our Regional Agreement Outcome targets.
• High levels of staff satisfaction.
• Increase positive student destinations to further study and employment.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in driving commercial income through innovative skills and marketing strategies. You will be instrumental in enhancing our college’s profile, forging robust partnerships with industry stakeholders, and developing commercial initiatives.

At Dumfries and Galloway College, we value creativity, strategic thinking, and a collaborative approach.  We are looking for a leader who can inspire and lead a talented team, champion our mission, and contribute to our goal of being a leading institution in further education.

If you are passionate about making a difference, eager to embrace challenges, and ready to lead with vision and integrity, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. We look forward to welcoming a new Director of Skills and Marketing who will help us shape the future of our college and the success of our students.