Executive Officer - Sydney, Australia - University of New South Wales

University of New South Wales

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Sydney, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Job no: 522126

Work type:
full time

Location:
Sydney, NSW

Categories:
Administration, Student Recruitment / Admissions, Governance, Policy & Compliance

Employment Type: Full Time (35 hour week)
Duration: Fixed Term Role 12 Months
Remuneration: $118,883 $133, % superannuation and leave loading)
Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

About UNSW:

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter.

It's the reason we're one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight.

If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters:

The Executive Officer plays an integral role within the Future Students team in providing advanced executive and strategic executive support to the Director, Future Students, and other key Future Students executive team stakeholders.

The role entails providing strategic advice on appropriate governance structures to support effective decision making and ensuring activities are compliant with UNSW requirements.

The Executive Officer significantly contributes to strategic and operational projects across the Future Students team, supporting the delivery of international and domestic student recruitment strategic goals.

The role reports to the Head of Future Student Strategy, Analytics & Operations and has four direct reports.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a proactive individual who will lead and influence with ease, ensuring stakeholder involvement and efficient project resolution. Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal are essential for success in this role as you will steward budgets, prepare reports, and coordinate documentation for executive level team members. _
It is essential that you understand the importance of adhering to governance policies and always work with discretion and initiative_
A relevant tertiary qualification with extensive experience and/or extensive expertise working in a large, complex environment, or equivalent level of knowledge gained through any combination of education, training and/or experience.
Proven skills and experience in strategic, workflow and resource planning within the higher education sector, goal setting and project management.
Ability to lead, motivate and train team members, to establish priorities and manage competing deadlines for self and others.
Excellent consultation, influencing and negotiation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders, and high cultural sensitivity to communicate across multiple geographies.
Outstanding organisational skills and demonstrated success in delivering projects in a relevant setting, often to tight deadlines, and the proven ability to deal with multiple tasks, establish priorities and meet strict and/or tight deadlines.
Demonstrated success in designing and delivering strategies, programs, and initiatives across local and international markets.
Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
An understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives, and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter addressing the Selection Criteria (Who you are above).

Applications close:
Wednesday 7 February - Before 11:55pm

Get in Touch:

Georgia Kelso

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion.

Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.

UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Position Description

Advertised: 24 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 07 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time