Program Director (Program of Work & Strategic Initiatives) at University of Queensland

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cyber Security, Project Management, Consultative Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Negotiation Skills, Team Management, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Program Delivery, Resource Allocation, Scope Definition, Timely Delivery, Cultural Uplift

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Information Technology Services (ITS) Full-time, fixed-term position for up to 3 years Based at our St Lucia location About This Opportunity The Program Director, PoW and Strategic Initiatives, leads and provides oversight over UQ’s Cyber Security program of work and associated strategic investments and initiatives, that enhance the University’s cyber security maturity and resilience. The role ensures alignment with UQ’s Cyber Security Strategy, Technology Master Plan, and broader institutional objectives, fostering collaboration across UQ’s cyber stakeholders including Information Technology Services (ITS), AUSCERT, faculties, institutes and external partners. The program delivers strategic outcomes that strengthen UQ’s digital resilience, safeguard sensitive information, and enable the University to meet its teaching, research and community engagement objectives securely and effectively. This role reports to Director, Cyber Security, within, ITS. About the Cyber Security Portfolio UQ’s Cyber Security Portfolio works to safeguard the University’s people, information and digital infrastructure. Through the Cyber Security Strategy and Program of Work, UQ is investing in capabilities that strengthen resilience, foster a cyber-aware culture and enable innovation in a secure environment. These strategic initiatives support the University’s vision to lead and innovate through partnerships, secure operations and sustained cultural uplift. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available. About You Qualifications and training equivalent to a postgraduate degree, preferably within Business, Project Management or Information Technology, with extensive experience in leading large, complex technology or cyber security programs in a large and complex organisation OR an equivalent combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience. A functional understanding of the cybersecurity discipline and ecosystem, including the ability to apply industry knowledge to achieve key deliverables without requiring deep subject matter expertise. Excellent consultative, verbal communication and interpersonal skills, particularly as demonstrated in the successful development and management of relationships, with a significant capacity to persuade and negotiate with vendors, clients and stakeholders across all levels of the organisation Demonstrated experience in successfully delivering complex cyber security or technology transformation programs within large and complex organisations, ideally using accepted project management methodologies Demonstrated experience in managing complex program (projects), including defining scope, developing timelines, allocating resources, and ensuring timely delivery of milestones. Demonstrated experience managing and motivating teams to deliver successful outcomes within defined timeframes Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of the leadership team and to develop, articulate and sustain a shared vision Commitment to upholding the University’s values, and with the outstanding personal qualities of openness, respectfulness and integrity Enquiries If you’d like to have a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact David Stockdale, Director, Cyber Security via d.stockdale@its.uq.edu.au. Want to Apply? We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume Cover letter Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. Other Information Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks, and other role-specific requirements such as mandatory immunisations, First Aid and/or CPR certification, and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close Wednesday 21 January at 11.00pm AEST (R-58206). The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

The Program Director leads and oversees UQ’s Cyber Security program of work and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives. The role fosters collaboration across various stakeholders to enhance the University’s cyber security maturity and resilience.