Job Description:
Are you a strategic thinker and an experienced leader ready to make a difference in higher education? James Cook University (JCU) is looking for apassionate and visionary Executive Officer to join our Academy Division.
Join a values-based organisation with a flexible and supportive working environment
Enjoy a tropical lifestyle while achieving your career goals at a leading higher education institution
Full-time, continuing position | 36.25hr work week
$144,771 per year plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Executive Officer, Academy, you will provide strategic advice, high-level management, and executive support to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academy. You'll lead the Academy's executive support team, composed of College Operations Managers and other key personnel, to ensure alignment with JCU's strategic intent, foster innovative outcomes, and manage resources effectively.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
As a qualified professional with demonstrated experience in executive level support, business and strategic planning and coordination of complex organisational objectives, you will support the delivery of successful outcomes for the Academy, in alignment with the University's strategic intent and the priorities of the Deputy Vice Chancellor.
With a high-level of communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and an ability to influence and negotiate with varying levels of stakeholders within the University, Government bodies, industry and community networks, you will support decision making through the provision of research and analysis developing briefing papers and submissions in the field of education and research. You will inform complex decision making and policy development, coordinate executive level business activities, events and projects, and provide evaluations of outcomes against objectives to inform future business operations. Additionally, your leadership abilities will drive the effective management of human, financial, and physical resources, ensuring optimal performance and the successful achievement of divisional objectives. This exciting opportunity provides a broad scope of activity within a unique academic and business setting.
Special Conditions
Responsible for an operational budget to support the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academy.
This position may be required to travel within the region including overnight stays and perform after hours work on occasion.
SHAPE YOUR FUTURE WITH JCU
At JCU we're not just shaping minds; we're shaping the future.
As Australia's only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world's tropical regions to prosper. With our main campuses located in the vibrant and diverse tropics of Northern Queensland, JCU is at the forefront of research and education in some of the world's most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.
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WHY JCU?
JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values ofAuthenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;
A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
Up to 6 months paid parental leave
A range of flexible working options
Staff study assistance and paid study leave
Ongoing professional development support
Fitness Passport
Corporate discount on health insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
Well-equipped modern facilities and contemporary workspaces with access to on-site childcare and medical services at our Townsville and Cairns' campuses
HOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILS
Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.
Click the 'apply' button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:
Complete the application form
Upload your current resume
Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.
Applications close onSunday 1 Decemberat11:55 PM AEST.
For any enquiries about the role, please contact Vanessa Cannon on 07 4781 4078 or email[email protected] .
James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.
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