- Employment Type: Full time – 35 hours per week
- Duration: 2 years initial appointment (with possibility for extension)
- Remuneration: Competitive market salary
- Location: Kensington Campus, NSW Australia
Why your role matters:
As the Chief Operating Officer of the NSW Decarbonisation Innovation Hub (decarbhub.au), you will manage the day-to-day operations of the Hub business unit, ensuring compliance with the Office of the NSW Chief Scientist and Engineer as well as Environmental Trust Funding Deed (Conditions of Grant) and the Collaboration Agreement between Partners (University of Sydney, University of Wollongong, University of Newcastle, Western Sydney University, Charles Sturt University, Southern Cross Universities and Department of Primary Industries) and UNSW (the admin organisation of the Hub), and to the Governance Board for all governance and statutory matters.
Critical to this position, the Chief Operating Officer will execute the development of Hub finance and operational plans, supporting the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in the implementation of effective business processes that satisfy Hub needs and maintain an effective working relationship between the Hub, Networks and its stakeholders.
Key to your success in this position will be your ability to engage and collaborate with all networks and partners across UNSW and other Universities.
The Chief Operating Officer, NSW Decarb Hub is based in the UNSW Kensington Campus (4-5 days onsite) and reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NSW Decarbonisation Hub and has two direct reports.
Please click on the link to read more about the Decarb Hub.
Accountabilities
Specific accountabilities for this role include:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the Hub business unit, including all aspects of the establishment, operation and reporting of KPl’s, milestones, and outcomes of the program in accordance with the requirements of the Office of the NSW Chief Scientist and Engineer as well as Environmental Trust Funding Deed and the Collaboration Agreement between Partners and UNSW.
- Oversee the management of resources, infrastructure, technology, and HR matters relating to the Hub and provide strategic professional development advice to Hub Staff.
- Work collaboratively with Hub Leaders and also support the Networks and its stakeholders to provide leadership, development, and implementation of the strategic and business plans, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement.
- In Collaboration with the CEO, identify and pursue opportunities for strategic links to other relevant organisations and end users, such as government and sector agencies.
- Provide effective financial governance and control by working closely with finance staff to monitor budgets, prepare and finalise reports, identify issues and make recommendations.
- Create, and maintain the Hub policies and procedures, undertaking activities that support process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Provide advice, guidance and support in relation to governance controls, delegations and decision- making processes, ensuring alignment to university policies.
- Establish and coordinate governance and control frameworks and processes across the program, ensuring compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory controls.
- Ensure effective management and protection of Hub related Intellectual Property and patents.
- Establish and maintain close working relationships across the University, industry partners and government in support of Hub and Networks Program (EESN, LPI and PFHN) collaborative projects and initiatives.
About you
Skills and experience required in this position are:
- Relevant post-graduate qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through another combination of education, training and experience.
- Demonstrated in-depth understanding and knowledge of university operations and academic culture, innovation ecosystems and education
- Proven leadership and management experience in a multi-organisational program with experience spanning across business management, strategy, planning and implementation.
- Comprehensive understanding of HR, finance, and governance processes including legal contracts, reporting obligations, budgeting, cash flow management, contracting and auditing
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage initiatives and programs arising from operational and strategic plans including setting priorities and objectives and have influence over the size and composition of available resources.
- Understanding of research commercialisation and experience managing intellectual property and multiparty project agreements.
- Demonstrated financial management experience, including overseeing business unit and research project finance including budgeting, resource estimation & costing/pricing, reporting and forecasting with financial sustainability in mind.
- Proven track record of effectively collaborating with a diverse array of stakeholders, showcasing adept teamwork skills, and a proactive attitude in providing exceptional support to the team to ensure successful project delivery.
To view the comprehensive list of the responsibilities and the skills and experience please refer to the position description. A copy of the position description can be found below the job advert on JOBS@UNSW.
About us
Our focus at UNSW School of Built Environment is to create sustainable, liveable cities. We're home to global leaders in architecture, planning, construction, and design, connecting world-class knowledge with leading practice.
The NSW Decarbonisation Hub (the Hub) was established in June 2022 and is a key component of the Net Zero Industry and Innovation Program (NZIIP) under the NSW Government’s Net Zero Plan (NZP) Stage 1: 2020-2030. The Hub supports the NSW Government’s goal of net zero emissions by 2050 and a 50% reduction by 2030, which aims to bring together researchers, industry and government stakeholders to collaborate and increase the uptake of new technologies to decarbonise NSW. The Hub acts as a coordination point for its three priority areas/networks: Electrification & Energy Systems (EESN), Land & Primary Industries (LPI) and Power Fuels including Hydrogen (PFHN).
Benefits:
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.
Our benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Career development opportunities
- 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
- Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application, upload your CV and include a 2–3-page document addressing how your skills and experience match the selection criteria (as outlined in the position description) for this position.
Applications close: Tuesday 30th April 2024 at 11:30pm Sydney Australia time.
Get in touch:
For any questions related to the recruitment process please contact:
Persa Tzakis
p.tzakis@unsw.edu.au
Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed above.
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.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
