The Opportunity
The Faculty of Engineering has a continuing (permanent) opportunity for an Executive Officer. This integral role within the Faculty provides dedicated and strategic executive support to the Faculty Executive Team and other key stakeholders. The position involves offering strategic advice on suitable governance structures to facilitate effective decision-making and ensure compliance with UNSW requirements. As an Executive Officer, you will play a vital role in both strategic and operational projects, significantly contributing to the achievement of the Faculty’s strategic goals.
This role reports to the Faculty Executive Director and has no direct reports.
- Salary, Level 9: $143,007 to $151,744 per annum + 17% superannuation
- Full time
- Continuing (permanent)
- Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
- On-site role
About UNSW
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW is a national and international leader in engineering research and education, and it is the University’s premier research faculty. It is the largest engineering faculty in Australia, graduating the most engineers and having the largest research expenditure. The Faculty offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across eight schools, fostering innovation and addressing global challenges. With strong industry partnerships and cutting-edge research, UNSW Engineering prepares students to become leaders in their field. For more information about the Faculty of Engineering please refer to the Faculty website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/about-us
Skills and Experience
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Proven skills and experience in strategic and resource planning within higher education, goal setting and project management.
- Superior written and verbal presentation skills with proven experience in producing reports, proposals, communications materials and facilitating discussions or sessions.
- Demonstrated success designing and delivering university strategies, programs and initiatives.
- Ability to apply judgement, creativity and flexibility to generate new and innovative ideas and approaches and to solve complex problems.
- Ability to lead, motivate and train staff, to establish priorities and manage competing deadlines for self and others.
- Excellent consultation, influencing and negotiation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- High level organisational skills with proven ability to deal with multiple tasks, establish priorities and meet deadlines.
- Advanced level of computer literacy, working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft 365, social channels and platforms.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
To Apply:
Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.
Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.
Contact:
Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Monday 3rd March 2025
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
