Examinations Delivery Manager

The Role

You will lead the operational delivery of the Part 2 FRCOphth Oral and Certificate in Laser and Refractive Surgery examinations in the UK.

Working with senior examiners, colleagues and delivery partners, you will provide fair, secure and well-organised examinations and a high standard of service for candidates.

You will manage the Examinations Administrator, coordinate resources and improve the systems and processes that support examination delivery.

Examination planning and delivery

• Lead delivery from application and scheduling through to examination administration, results preparation and candidate feedback.
• Plan examination timetables, confirm candidate entry and coordinate venues, site visits, equipment, staffing and examiner arrangements.
• Manage travel, accommodation and catering arrangements with colleagues, suppliers and host centres, within agreed budgets and policies.
• Attend and administer examinations at UK and some overseas centres, ensuring delivery follows agreed procedures.

Quality assurance and examination integrity

• Maintain the confidentiality and security of examination materials, candidate information and results, with accurate records and clear audit trails.
• Apply approved standard-setting and quality assurance procedures to prepare results for approval.
• Document required verification checks, escalating discrepancies before results are released.

Finance and service improvement

• Contribute to examination budgets, monitor expenditure and manage supplier costs.
• Ensure invoices and expense claims are checked, coded and processed with the Finance Team.
• Review and streamline delivery processes, maintain clear procedures and contribute to policy reviews and the development of assessment methods.
• Support improvements to examination systems, maintain equipment records and help colleagues develop the skills needed for effective delivery.

About you

• Experience of coordinating or managing examination or assessment delivery, including complex schedules, multiple stakeholders and firm deadlines.
• Experience of supervising staff, setting priorities and supporting performance and development.
• Experience of improving administrative processes and maintaining clear procedures and accurate records.