Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has appointed Professor Kamil Omoteso as its new Deputy Vice Chancellor for Education, responsible for strengthening ARU's commitment to excellence in education and inclusivity.
Professor Omoteso joins ARU from the University of Derby, where he served as Pro Vice-Chancellor and Dean of the College of Business, Law and Social Sciences for six years.
His leadership in fostering an inclusive culture led to the acquisition of significant charter-marks, improved EDI statistics, and enhanced satisfaction among students and staff in the areas of inclusion and belonging.
With an academic background in Accounting and Governance, Professor Omoteso continues to maintain his Professorial profile, contributing to the academic community through his research and scholarship.
Before his time at the University of Derby, Professor Omoteso was the Head of the School of Economics, Finance and Accounting at Coventry University. There, he led several strategic initiatives that drove change, growth, and enhanced the institution's reputation.
His academic career began in 2001 at Lagos State University, Nigeria, following six years of professional experience in accounting and auditing roles in both the public and private sectors. Between 2003 and 2013, he held various academic positions at De Montfort University, Leicester, including Principal Lecturer and Director of Postgraduate Programmes in Accounting. Additionally, he served on the Council of the Chartered Association of Business Schools from 2019 to 2024.
Professor Omoteso has also completed several senior leadership courses in the UK, Canada, and the US, including programmes at Harvard and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Professor Omoteso, who took up his post on Thursday [2 January] said: "I am delighted to be joining Anglia Ruskin University. ARU is renowned across the sector for its commitment to inclusion and I relish the opportunity to contribute to its growing profile and reputation.
“I believe I’m joining a team of visionary people who are committed to a set of core values that resonate with my personal philosophies. It is a rare privilege to take on this role, and I’m greatly looking forward to continuing working with colleagues across the institution to deliver excellence and success for our students and our community.”
Professor Omoteso replaces Professor Aletta Norval, who has retired from the position after five years at ARU.
