Address- Play a part in UC’s strategic Corporate Performance and Institutional Research leadership
- UC Level 10, Salary Range $136,921 pa - $141,665pa + 17% Super
- Full Time Fixed Term Opportunity – 6 months
About us:
University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” We challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. Our place-based commitment ensures that we visibly serve Canberra’s community and the surrounding region with impact on the nation. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).
About the role:
Due to an internal secondment, a 6-month contract has become available for an Associate Director, Corporate Performance & Institutional Research. Reporting to the Director, Data, Analytics & Insights, the Associate Director will lead and shape the university’s Corporate Performance, Institutional Research, and Market Research functions. A key aspect of this role involves fostering a Corporate Performance culture grounded in evidence-based decision-making, working collaboratively with the University Executive and senior stakeholders.
The Associate Director will be leading, managing, and developing a team of specialist managers and projects involving specialist research, establishing a strong performance culture and providing high-quality advice to University Executive and senior management. Representing the Digital Portfolio and the Data, Analytics & Insights business unit at internal and external meetings, building strong rapport with stakeholders and the ability to understand and effectively communicate the portfolio’s objectives to ensure UC’s strategic priorities are met is crucial for this role.
About you:
The successful candidate will contribute to a positive team culture, ensuring effective resource allocation. This is a unique opportunity for an individual with, strategic, influential leadership, strong analytical mindset, project management and stakeholder management skills to drive innovation and change in the University’s Corporate Performance and Institutional Research programs. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar position and a tertiary qualification would be highly regarded.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Family-friendly policies
- On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, convenience store and Childcare facilities.
- Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
- Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
- Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
University of Canberra embodies it’s Values of Everyone’s invites, Nurragunnawali, Change the World, Dare to be Curious and Walk together which we are proud. UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via our Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.
To be considered for this role all we want is for you to apply with you CV only and no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for. The successful applicant will be subject to a Police check as one of their pre-employment requirements.
Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights or eligibility to obtain a work visa for Australia.
For job specific information: please contact Rajvi Shah, Acting Director, Data, Analytics and Insights - Rajvi.Shah@canberra.edu.au
Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au
Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday the 3rd of March 2024
