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Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia's top young university, and located centrally in one of the world's most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.
The UTS Corporate Governance team is recruiting for a Senior Governance Support Officer to take leadership of the support for several key University Committees and to provide policy, delegations and governance advice to the University.
About the Role
The Corporate Governance Team has responsibility for the functional areas of policy, governance, secretariat, elections, student misconduct and appeals, student complaints and UTS official publications.
The Senior Governance Support Officer will support Committees and provide governance advice. The role will also lead the administration of the university Delegations system, and will develop productive working relationships with senior staff.
The ideal candidate will be:
- An effective communicator: With excellent interpersonal, (oral and written) communication and personal presentation skills. You will have the ability to liaise and influence at all levels and with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Pragmatic and positive: You will be able to exercise initiative, think strategically, creatively and flexibly to approach problem solving across different areas.
- Experienced: With knowledge of committee support processes and also higher education desirable.
- Organised: You will be comfortable exercising initiative, sound judgement and prioritisation skills in an environment where there are competing priorities.
With examples, please outline in your covering letter or a separate document how you meet the following 8 key selection criteria points below:
- Experience providing Governance Support to Boards/Committees. Experience with a Finance type Committee will be viewed favourably.
- Sound business acumen (with knowledge of the operations of delegations viewed favourably).
- Excellent oral and written skills and an eye for detail.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others and build productive working relationships at a senior level.
- Ability to problem solve, exercise initiative and make sound decisions.
- Excellent project management, time management and prioritisation skills.
- High level competence in the use of standard desk top software including word, excel and communication applications.
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience. Legal or finance qualifications will be viewed favourably.
Remuneration & Benefits
Base Salary Range: $91,254 to $111,394 pa (HEW 6/7)
This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.
UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.
This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
How To Apply
Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website. Here you can download:
• full details of the application process;
• a copy of the position statement; and
• information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions
Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC271721.
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at ***********@uts.edu.au.
Closing Date: Thursday 14th March 2024 at 11.59pm (AEST). We will be shortlisting candidates as applications are received. It is therefore recommended that you submit your application without delay.
Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Accessibility
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In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact ***********@uts.edu.au for assistance.
UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.
We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
