Executive Officer, AdvancementApply locations Camperdown Campus time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id 0126531Are you looking for a role that provides passion and purpose? We're looking for someone with drive and ambition to support our high performing team.A full time, continuing position to provide executive support to the Vice-President, Advancement, and leadership within Advancement operations.Located at Camperdown/Darlington Campus.Starting salary of $121,508 base plus 17% superannuation and leave loading.About the opportunityJoin our Advancement Operations team and report directly to our Executive Manager. This role is pivotal in supporting the Vice-President, Advancement, and leading a team of Executive Assistants. You'll ensure seamless operations and strategic support, and coordinate all aspects of their day-to-day and strategic priorities. This position requires exceptional tact, sensitivity, diplomacy, and attention to detail, along with extensive operational, interpersonal and client services skills. It's ideal for candidates eager to expand their capabilities, with aspirations for future roles such as Executive Director or Chief of Staff.About youThe University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for an Executive Officer who can demonstrate:Strong experience in providing executive support services at senior leadership levelProven leadership of people within time-critical, administrative functionsAbility to build and manage effective working relationships with key stakeholdersEffective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing prioritiesProficiency in business systems and computer software packagesProfessionalism, diplomacy and tact when handling confidential informationExcellent attention to detail and sound judgementAbility to prioritize and determine the strategic significance of incoming inquiries and correspondenceAnalytical curiosity with well-developed problem-solving skillsMost importantly, a true desire to go above and beyond.About usThis is an exciting time to support the most successful Advancement team in Australia. The team at the University of Sydney is the most successful philanthropy program in Australian higher education. Having completed the nation's first $1BN fundraising campaign and embarking on the next, the team is not only the finest performing, but its success also facilitates the largest real-world impact that philanthropic giving makes possible.Since our inception more than 170 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to philanthropy and underpin our long-term strategy for excellence and growth. We're Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Across our campuses, we employ over 8000 academic and non-academic staff who support over 60,000 students.To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.EEO statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve.We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. In your cover letter, please ensure you respond to our key bullet-points under our 'About you' section.Closing Date - 11:59pm, 3rd December 2024For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, to view the position description or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Sarah Scott, Recruitment Partner by email to ****** University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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