Chief Of Staff

Overview:

• Full-time, Continuing position.
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, with hybrid ways of working.
• Exciting new Executive level position providing high level strategic advice and guidance to the Vice-Chancellor & President of RMIT University.

About RMITRMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 95,000 students and 10,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways.Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT’s leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates.Our CultureOur Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.Imagination. Integrity. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.This is an exciting time to join RMIT in this new executive level position. Read more about RMIT’s strategy hereAbout the role
Reporting directly to the Vice-Chancellor & President, the Chief of Staff is a key executive position to provide expert support in relation to planning, decision-making, project management, and the execution of initiatives which support the impactful delivery of RMIT’s strategic goals.The role will develop and drive strategic initiatives which require an integrated approach across the university and with external partners. It will also be responsible for the oversight of initiatives for the Vice- Chancellor & President and, working closely with RMIT’s senior leadership team, creating a culture of achievement, and ensuring a collaborative culture which drives outcomes in the best interests of RMIT. The role provides leadership and is responsible for the governance function of the university.A full list of the role responsibilities is available in the position description below.About you:

• Prior experience in a similar executive position within the tertiary or government sectors.
• The ability to negotiate and build productive working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and experience in developing and delivering strategic outcomes.
• Outstanding organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to critically evaluate and analyse complex information and data.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of effective governance processes and structures.
• Excellent and persuasive skills in the preparation of complex papers and reports and in a range of style and formats.
• Demonstrated facilitation, partnering and negotiation skills with the proven ability to operate effectively under pressure, including adjusting style and approach to optimise outcomes.
• Extensive experience leading, project managing and delivering the design, development and communication of strategic programs and initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities and areas for improvement and initiate, lead and implement administrative and process reviews to achieve efficiency and service improvements.
• Highly developed people management and leadership skills.

To ApplyPlease submit your CV and covering letter by clicking on apply. For further information about this position or for a confidential discussion please contact Gabrielle Bassett via emailApplications close on 14th April at 11.59pm.PD -#LI-HybridApplications Close: 14 Apr 2024 11.59 pmRMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via or visit our Careers page for more contact information -We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.