School Manager, School of Engineering & Technology, UNSW Canberra
Employment type: Full-time, fixed-term contract
Duration: 12 months
Remuneration: Level 8 from $ 123,044 plus 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters
The role is essential to advance, develop, evaluate and maintain teaching and research operations that align with the UNSW Canberra Strategy and to provide strategic and operational management advice to the Head of School on the full range of School activities and performance. As a key member of the School Executive Committee, you will also lead 3 direct reports.
Accountabilities
In this varied role you will oversee daily administrative operations, manage school resources, finances and facilities and support the implementation of school programs and initiatives. It also offers the opportunity to lead a small team of professional staff
Who You Are (skills and experience):
•A relevant degree and extensive relevant experience or equivalent experience in supervisory roles or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
•Exceptional conceptual and analytical skills with a demonstrated capacity to apply them in a range of professional functions.
•Demonstrated experience in financial planning and management and proven ability to interpret financial data to provide high quality advice.
•Proven skills and experience in resource planning, goal setting and project management.
•Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of administrative staff, collectively and individually, in a customer-focused work environment.
•High level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three 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
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility:
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.
To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights. UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
How to apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:
- your CV
- a 2-page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.
In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Monday 28 April 2025 at 11.30pm AEST
Get in Touch
To discuss the position please contact: s.browning@unsw.edu.au
Queries regarding applications - please contact: h.whale@unsw.edu.au
(for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
