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Expression of Interest - SBUS - School Manager 
Employment type:  Full time, 35hrs 
Duration: Fixed term for a period of up to 6 months. (29 July – 10 January 2025)
Remuneration: Level 8 from $123,044 to $138,636 plus 17% Superannuation 
Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 

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 50 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:
This is a leave cover period and a fantastic opportunity for anyone who has identified an interest in a management role within a School. The School Manager will work with the Acting Head of School to ensure priorities for the rest of 2024 are delivered.  These include: the School External Strategic Review, the School Research Showcase Event, School events that support the teaching and research outcomes.  The School Manager reports to the Head of School (HoS) and has a dotted line report to the Deputy Faculty Executive Director (DFED).

Responsibilities: 
A School Manager plays a key role within UNSW Canberra, providing operational leadership and effective management of the School of Business. The role is essential to advance, develop, evaluate, and maintain teaching and research strategies that align with UNSW Canberra’s mission, and to provide strategic and operational management advice to the Head of School on the full range of School activities and performance.

Who You Are: 

• An experienced School Administrator with an understanding of the core functions supporting the Teaching and Research strategic goals at the school level.
• Relevant degree and extensive experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Competent 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.
• Strong consultation, influencing and negotiation skills with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven skills and experience in resource planning, goal setting and project management.

Eligibility: 
This position is for current UNSW employees only.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

How to apply:  
Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:

• your CV
• a 1-page pitch addressing the Skills and Experience outlined in the Position Description.

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Contact: Dr Matthew McCormack, Acting Head of School E:  m.mccormack@unsw.edu.au  

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.