School Manager

School Manager School of Engineering & Technology UNSW Canberra

Employment type: Fulltime fixedterm contract
Duration: 12 months
Remuneration: Level 8 from $ 123044 plus 17 super

Location: UNSW Canberra ADFA Campus

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nations 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 universitys impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally as well as a proud member of Australias 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 youve 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 customerfocused work environment.

High level interpersonal negotiation and communication skills both written and verbal.

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance worklife responsibilities by providing access to highquality 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 leaveloading paymentsand salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSWwide strategy to focus on Healthy Body Healthy Mind Healthy Places and HealthyCulture.

Eligibility:
The successful candidate will be required to undertake preemployment 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 2page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.

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Applications close: Monday 28 April 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Get in Touch

To discuss the position please contact:

Queries regarding applications please contact:

(for job related queries only applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)

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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.