Administration Manager, Office of the Interim Vice-Chancellor

Bright Horizons Family Solutions; Canberra; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University (ANU) is seeking an Administration Manager to support the Interim Vice-Chancellor and President and the Office of the Vice-Chancellor. The role drives strategic goals and ensures the efficient operation of the OIVC at the highest standards.

You will manage the business flow of the OIVC, coordinate key committees such as the University Executive Committee, and provide strategic advice on business processes while engaging with senior colleagues, government

Qualifications

• Strong strategic capacity with judgement and discretion in a confidential environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a high-profile setting.
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and autonomous working style.
• Highly developed interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of challenges in Australian higher education would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the business flow of the Office of the Interim Vice-Chancellor.
• Coordinate committees and meetings including the University Executive Committee.
• Provide high-level strategic advice and stewardship on business processes.
• Engage with senior university executives, staff, government agencies and external partners.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Judgement & discretion

Organisational skills

Interpersonal communication

Higher education sector knowledge (adv

Job description

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)

Salary Package: $124,392 - $133,017 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term: Full Time, Continuing

Position Overview

The Australian National University (ANU) is seeking a highly capable Administration Manager to support the Interim Vice-Chancellor and President and work of the Office of the Vice-Chancellor. This role is integral to driving the achievement of strategic goals and ensuring the efficient operation of the Office of the Interim Vice-Chancellor (OIVC) at the highest standards.

As the Administration Manager, you will play a key role in managing the business flow of the OIVC, coordinating key committees and meetings such as the University Executive Committee, and provide high-level strategic advice and stewardship on business processes. You will collaborate closely with the offices senior university executives, academic and professional staff, government agencies, and other key stakeholders to deliver outcomes that align with the University's priorities.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with the ability to work across multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. Your skillset will include:

• Strong strategic capacity, and proven ability to exercise judgement and discretion in a high-profile, confidential environment.
• The ability to work at a high level, completing complex strategic tasks rapidly and accurately.
• Excellent organisational skills with the demonstrated ability to prioritise competing demands, whilst maintaining attention to detail and exercising sound judgement while working autonomously and within a team;
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, including confidence and ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders; and
• Detailed knowledge of challenges facing the Australian higher education sector, and the strategic context of the ANU, would be an advantage.

This role is suited to an excellent strategic thinker, capable of working effectively on multiple projects, and with the resilience to adapt to changing needs. This is a rare opportunity to work with leaders and influencers across the University, and externally. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about making an impact.

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities.

The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.