Work type:Fixed Term

• Senior leadership role supporting the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)
• Work closely with senior leaders and contribute to institutional transformation and influence outcomes at the highest levels of governance
• Drive governance, policy and strategy across the Academic Portfolio
• Full Time/3 Year Fixed Term Senior Executive Appointment/Bundoora Campus/Attractive remuneration package

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrated success in providing strategic and operational advice to senior leaders within a regulated sector.
• Deep understanding of governance and regulatory requirements, ideally within higher education (knowledge of TEQSA highly regarded).
• Proven ability to lead the coordination and delivery of complex strategies, programs and governance processes.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience overseeing budgets, contingent funding and resource management.
• Highly developed interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills, with a track record of working collegiately with senior stakeholders to deliver shared outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing teams to deliver on ambitious university priorities.
  Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

• Serve as principal advisor to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) on strategic, regulatory, financial and operational matters.
• Lead the coordination of academic and corporate governance activities, including preparation of high-level papers for peak committees and ensuring continuous improvement in governance systems and processes.
• Drive portfolio planning and performance reporting frameworks, including the University’s evaluation activities and delivery of the Education and Experience Plan.
• Oversee contingent funding sources, ensuring strong governance, financial management, compliance and reporting.
• Lead the Academic Strategy and Operations Division, fostering a high-performing culture across a small team of policy, strategy and governance professionals.