Due to maternity leave, we are seeking to appoint a Course Manager to work primarily on Italian and Spanish courses.

Working with academics and media development teams, you will manage resources and projects to ensure that learning materials are produced and courses are delivered to students within budget and meet schedules and quality standards.

With a degree in Italian or Spanish, or equivalent experience, you will be able to deliver projects effectively. You will have experience of managing budgets and good IT, communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. An interest in teaching languages through distance learning would be an advantage.

For detailed information and how to apply go to www3.open.ac.uk/employment, or email FELS-Recruitment@open.ac.uk quoting the reference number. Closing date: 7 May 2009.