Manager, Research Strategy And Policy

MANAGER, RESEARCH STRATEGY AND POLICY  
OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR (RESEARCH)
JOONDALUP CAMPUS 
SALARY RANGE: $127,851 - $133,704pa (HEW 9)
ONGOING, FULL TIME

Overview 
ECU is seeking a Research Strategy and Policy manager with experience in the Australian higher education sector to provide strategic advice to support decision-making at the University and manage the implementation of a range of University-wide strategic projects and priorities on behalf of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research). 

To succeed in this role, you must have:

• Experience in policy and/or strategy development within the higher education sector. 
• A thorough understanding of the higher education research environment and knowledge of the national and international drivers impacting university research to the able to make strategic recommendations to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research). 
• Excellent analytical skills in order to develop, implement and monitor strategic plans and initiatives.
• Strong project management and organisational skills to effectively coordinate and implement University-wide projects. 
• Outstanding written communication skills to craft submissions to government and other relevant external stakeholders. 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate to a range of stakeholders internal and external to the University, and build consensus.  
• An understanding of university governance would be an advantage. 

You must also be able to demonstrate personal attributes consistent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Courage and Personal Excellence. 

Benefits & Remuneration 
This ongoing, full-time position attracts an annual salary of $127,851 - $133,704pa plus 17% University superannuation contribution. Note that 3.5% pay increase is scheduled for July 2024. 

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

ECU supports a healthy work/life balance for its staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements options may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances are available.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our Employment Opportunities website.

Contact 
Applicants are welcome to call Michelle Tottman on 6304 2274 for further information about the position. 

How to apply
Please upload your CV and a concise expression of interest describing your suitability for this position (maximum two pages), with a particular focus on your experience with strategy development and implementation, as well as policy advice, in a research context.

Applications close at 11.30 pm WST on Monday 4 March 2024.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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