The Opportunity

• Support the newly appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor in driving the implementation of the innovative UNSW Strategy: Progress For All 
• Key player in a dynamic, collaborative team that creates opportunities for meaningful societal impact and keeps work fun and rewarding
• $110,073- $119,132 (depending on exp.) + 17% super + leave loading
• Full-time (35 hours week), Continuing role

This role is a key position within the Division of Research & Enterprise providing high level executive administrative support to Bronwyn Fox, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research & Enterprise (DVCRE).  The role entails responding to complex enquiries using judgement and initiative while using considerable technical skills and discretion when making decisions. The role reports to the Director of Operations; however, will take direction from the DVCRE on a day-to-day basis.

The Organisation

The Division of Research & Enterprise at UNSW is responsible for the strategic research direction and overall research performance of the University, and in particular, maintaining and advancing the University's profile in research and research training, as well as technology transfer.

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. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re Australia’s number one university for impact and among the nation’s Top 20 employers. And it’s why we come to campus each day.

Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:

• Hybrid/Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements 
• Affordable on-site parking

Who you are

You have extensive experience supporting senior executives, with significant management and or executive-level support skills. Your highly developed organisational abilities enable you to work flexibly, prioritise tasks, and meet competing deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.   

You’ll also have the ability to work well under pressure and assess complex requests, including sensitive and confidential matters using judgement and initiative, and strategically escalate as needed.

Advanced proficiency in computer systems, including the Microsoft Office suite and enterprise tools, and excellent written and verbal communication skills will enable you to produce high-level correspondence, reports and data analysis.

You will be committed to providing excellent customer service, managing multiple tasks and competing deadlines in dynamic environments and your strong interpersonal, influencing, and negotiation skills allow you to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.

You can also demonstrate understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines, and knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities.

To apply:  If supporting research excellence at a world-class university is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter responding to Skills and Experience required via the APPLY button.  

Contact:  Shiree Thomas - Talent Acquisition Consultant e: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11.55pm, Sunday 2^nd February 2025.

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.