Dates
- Opening Date: 02-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 15-Sep-2024
Location
- Kensington, NSW
Salary
- Competitive total package
Responsibilities
- Oversee the management of UNSW grounds, landscaping, cleaning, waste, recycling, relocations and mail services.
- Manage General Services including budget preparation, staff management, contract management and strategic planning.
- Ensure high level of service to the University while minimising disruptions to university operations.
- Manage service contracts including contract and specification development, procurement and performance monitoring.
- Manage the unit within budgetary constraints, including contributing to the preparation of annual budgets and resolving financial issues.
- Utilise the University’s financial systems to manage and report on all financial processes.
- Develop and implement annual operational plans and track key performance targets.
- Develop comprehensive business cases and documentation to support strategic decision-making.
- Manage staffing requirements including recruitment, training, delegation and performance management.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or substantial relevant experience.
- Extensive experience in managing related services, preferably in a campus, hospital or similar institutional environment.
- Excellent leadership ability with superior staff and contractor management experience.
- Demonstrated organisational, financial management and reporting skills.
- Strong track record in delivering quality customer service with a can-do attitude.
- Strong track record in managing projects.
- Superior organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills in standard office software and facilities management systems.
Benefits
- Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)
Notes
- Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 22-Sep-2024
Location
- Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
Salary
- Salary package: $91,362 - $105,165 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Manage external and internal funds
- Provide robust financial advice
- Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures
- Prepare financial reports
- Coordinate budget preparation
- Oversee expenditure monitoring
Requirements
- Degree in a relevant field
- Experience in financial operations within a complex organization
- Advanced proficiency in financial software
- Progress towards CPA or CA membership is highly regarded
Benefits
- Full-time, Fixed term (up to 6 months)
- Flexible arrangements, job share, or part-time hours will be considered
Notes
- The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country
- Background check required during the recruitment process
- An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results
Manager, Financial Accounting (Asset Accounting)
The University of Newcastle, Australia (UON) Callaghan, NSW 2308
Dates
- Opening Date: 05-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 26-Sep-2024
Location
- Callaghan, NSW 2308
Salary
- Salary range for this opportunity: $112,112 – $130,798 + 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Oversee and maintain the Fixed Asset Register.
- Coordinate asset valuation activities, developing effective relationships with stakeholders across the University.
- Provide support for any finance system upgrades and implementation.
- In collaboration with the broader finance team, prepare the capital elements to support the Long-Term Financial Plan, Annual Budget, and Periodic Forecasts.
- Provide expert technical knowledge in relation to the application of Australian Accounting Standards, and best practice approaches to accounting for assets.
- Deliver month-end and year-end close procedures, including statutory reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting, accounting and general ledger practices.
- Be involved with a range of interesting projects as a subject matter expert.
Requirements
- Hold post-graduate qualifications in accounting (CAANZ or CPA) or equivalent experience.
- Have a strong background in financial accounting.
- Have the ability to lead a small team, building their capability and delivering exceptional outcomes.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and an ability to develop effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Be a strategic thinker who can provide clear advice and insight within a complex organisation.
- Have the ability to streamline processes to optimise asset management.
Benefits
- Generous personal, annual and parental leave, annual leave loading.
- Flexible working arrangements Flexible Work Policy.
- Structured wellbeing and career development programs.
- Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more.
Notes
- Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.
- Due to the nature of this role, the University may require the preferred candidate to undertake further pre-employment checks.
Dates
- Opening Date: 10-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 22-Sept-2024
Location
- Melbourne CBD campus, Melbourne
Salary
- Salary Level HEW 8 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Responsibilities
- Manage the delivery of pre-award services to support researchers with funding applications.
- Provide expertise and authoritative advice on funding opportunities and grant guidelines.
- Ensure compliance of RMIT’s applications with funder and university requirements.
- Assist the Manager in building a high-performing team through mentoring and staff development.
- Contribute to work allocation, planning, and process improvement.
Requirements
- Significant experience in research grant administration.
- Excellent knowledge of national and international funding schemes.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively in a team to deliver customer service.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including editing and presentation skills.
- Experience using research management systems and adopting new technology tools.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- History of behavior aligned to RMIT values and professional leadership.
- Experience assisting academic staff with budget preparation is highly regarded.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Supportive work environment
- Professional development opportunities
Notes
- Appointment is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
Alumni Engagement Coordinator, Advancement and Community Engagement
The University of Queensland St Lucia Campus
Dates
- Opening Date: 16-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 29-Sep-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $89,861.38 - $96,402.32 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
Responsibilities
- Co-ordinate high impact and sustainable alumni engagement initiatives designed to engage with UQ’s 340,000 alumni.
- Provide support to Faculties and Units wishing to organise alumni initiatives.
- Manage senior relationships with a diverse range of internal executives and external constituents.
- Represent Advancement leadership at appropriate functions; liaise with, and host if appropriate, external presenters and guests.
- Ensure appropriate and timely advertising and promotion of engagement initiatives through all relevant channels.
- Liaise with external suppliers to negotiate the best outcome for all aspects of the events.
- Prepare all event briefing material, such as event proposals, running sheets, briefing notes and guest lists.
- Liaise with advancement team around pre- and post-event communications.
- Develop systems to track, evaluate and improve engagement initiatives.
- Liaise with faculty alumni staff to ensure that goals and objectives of alumni relations engagement is aligned across the university.
- Collaborate with the Annual Giving team and Faculties to develop giving/fundraising initiatives.
Requirements
- A tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience, or extensive work experience/specialist expertise in community engagement, events management and/or communications.
- Highly effective organisational and planning skills including excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- A sound understanding of basic fundraising and alumni relations principles.
- An understanding of marketing and communications principles.
- Demonstrated ability to manage high quality events and activities within designated budgets.
- Proficiency in the use of a wide range of computer applications.
- Knowledge of the preparation and monitoring of budgets and processing financial transactions.
- Must have a positive attitude and display emotional intelligence and maturity.
- A flexible approach and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Experience in a tertiary environment is highly desirable.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
- 17% superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance
- UQ Study for Staff
- On campus childcare options
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
- Salary packaging options
Notes
- Some event-related travel may be required from time to time.
- The Alumni Engagement Coordinator will be required to work after hours from time to time and may be required to work on weekends.
Dates
- Opening Date: 20-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 04-Oct-2024
Location
- Crawley, Perth
Salary
- Base salary range: $100,524 – $111,534 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
Responsibilities
- Ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.
- Manage the daily operations of various research initiatives, particularly the ARC - Indigenous Futures Centre.
- Liaise with key stakeholders.
- Provide comprehensive administrative support including personnel, financial, travel, and research activities.
- Prepare reports, budgets, and compliance documentation.
- Coordinate all project communications, such as newsletters, website updates, webinars, podcasts, training, and events.
Requirements
- Liaise with key relevant research project and funding stakeholders.
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to project staff and consultants.
- Prepare reports, budgets, advice, and progress updates, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
- Coordinate all communications arising from the projects.
- Coordinate the organisation and management of internal or external events.
Benefits
- Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Notes
- This is an identified position and, as such, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
- This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Dates
- Opening Date: 24-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 13-Oct-2024
Location
- Herston Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $111,154.58 - $124,619.84 + 17% Superannuation (HEW level 8)
Responsibilities
- Guide researchers in identifying contacts and potential funding from government and non-government organisations, and manage research contracts and agreements, including negotiation and review.
- Identify and support the pursuit of research funding opportunities, including drafting and reviewing competitive funding applications.
- Provide guidance on budget preparation, facilitate expert research methodologies, and ensure quality assurance and integrity in research activities.
Requirements
- Postgraduate qualifications and relevant experience in public health research or equivalent education and training.
- Proven skills in research management and working autonomously, preferably in a large, complex institution.
- Knowledge of industry, philanthropic, and Australian granting schemes, with experience in writing and editing competitive funding applications (e.g., ARC, NHMRC, MRFF).
- Experience in successfully engaging with external and research partners.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to organise and prioritise work, effectively meeting deadlines under pressure.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
- 17% superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
- UQ Study for Staff
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
- Salary packaging options
Notes
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check and education check.
- You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Business Manager (The Plant Accelerator)
The University of Adelaide Adelaide, South Australia, 5005 Australia
Dates
- Opening Date: 24-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 13-Oct-2024
Location
- Adelaide, South Australia, 5005 Australia
Salary
- (HEO8) $110,291 - $123,734 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the efficient operation of The Plant Accelerator®.
- Manage human and financial resources.
- Monitor performance and nurture stakeholder relationships.
- Drive initiatives to continuously improve the facility’s service delivery and outputs.
- Ensure the facility meets its contractual obligations under NCRIS.
- Prepare budgets and financial reports, progress and performance reports.
- Contribute to ad hoc requests from the Australian Government’s Department of Education.
- Identify funding opportunities and contribute to high level policy documents.
Requirements
- Substantial and demonstrated experience in business operations and financial and human resource management in a service environment.
- Demonstrated experience in effective leadership to improve performance and establish a harmonious working environment.
- Demonstrated experience in managing multi-stakeholder projects with strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Highly developed workload management skills with experience in preparing high-quality and timely reports.
- High level oral and written communication skills to influence diverse stakeholders.
Benefits
- Salary packaging.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- High-quality professional development programs and activities.
- On-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.
Notes
- The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
- For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact Associate Professor Bettina Berger.