Director Office Of Strategy Management

Director, Office of Strategy Management

Office of the Vice-Chancellor

• 5 year fixed-term, full-time Executive contract, with the possibility of extension 
• NB: Current UNE Staff: In taking up this appointment, please be aware your current fixed term or permanent role will cease the day prior to you taking this position
• Salary packaging options are available
• 4 weeks annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annum
• Relocation assistance available
• Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)

Acknowledgement of Country

The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. In addition, UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education.

UNE emphasises its people, staff and students' growth and development. We aspire to be a leader in innovation and change and a centre for the Armidale and the North-West communities. 

Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to the core values of UNE and we are committed to engaging, supporting and growing a richly diverse workforce. From the Oorala Aboriginal Centre at the heart of our campus, to the inclusive organisations such as the UNE Ally Network, the UNE Women’s Society, and the many international cultural groups - all will feel valued and respected at UNE.

You will embody the UNE values and strive to be Open, Enquiring, Exceptional and Making a Difference. Additionally, you will be committed to achieving the goals embedded in the Future Fit Strategic Plan 2021-2030: Personalised Learning Journeys, Empowering Communities, and Building Resilience.

About the role

The Director, Office of Strategy Management (OSM) is responsible for developing the University’s strategic planning and institutional performance frameworks, leading institutional-level performance reporting, facilitating the delivery of Strategy through support to and progress reporting of enabling initiative, managing the University’s relationship with Government as it applies to funding and performance regulations and reporting, and the position also works across the University working with relevant divisions to collectively address strategic business problems or challenges.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Excellent communication skills that allow you to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders;
• Skill at leading and influencing a team that is dynamic and responsive to competing demands and priorities of the university;
• An outstanding knowledge of higher education management, governance and policy;
• An excellent eye for detail and exceptional prioritisation and organisation skills; and 
• A deep commitment to serving UNE's mission and communities.

About the Office of Strategy Management

The Office of Strategy Management (OSM) leads the development of the University’s institutional planning and performance activities, facilitates and coordinates the delivery of the University’s strategic project portfolio, and acts as liaison and point of contact for Government relations, in particular concerning regulatory and funding issues. OSM also collaborates across the University working with relevant divisions to collectively address strategic business problems or challenges.

About Armidale

Armidale is an attractive and vibrant city that combines all the features of a bustling regional town centre with the tranquility of rural living. It boasts gourmet restaurants and cafes, boutique shopping, quality schools and sporting facilities. Surrounded by mountain gorges, waterfalls and national parks, Armidale’s natural beauty and distinct seasons make it an ideal place to live and thrive. To find out more, visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience 

Enquiries and additional information

To discuss this role please contact Susannah Warrick, phone: (02) 6773 2***, email: *********@une.edu.au. 

Closing Date: Midnight (11.59pm) Wednesday 1st May 2024

Reference No:   224046

For further information about this position, please see the Position Statement below.

To Apply

Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 224046

Your application should be comprised of:

1. Covering letter;
2. Responses to all selection criteria
3. Current CV;
4. Certified qualifications cited in your application for this position.

About Our Process

At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement. Please visit our Privacy Statement to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.

National Police Check 

If you are the successful candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to your commencement. Please note that people with criminal records are NOT automatically barred from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law).