Deputy Director, Defence Research Institute

University of New South Wales; Sydney; In loco; AUD 180.000 - 230.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

University of New South Wales (UNSW) invites applications for the role of Deputy Director, Defence Research Institute. You will lead strategic initiatives, build partnerships across academia, industry and government, and translate research into tangible outcomes for defence and national security communities.

You will oversee the Institute's operations, programs and projects, working with UNSW researchers and external partners to strengthen defence innovation, capability and impact while

Competenze

• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience.
• Extensive management experience in Defence or defence-related sectors.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build influential networks and lead initiatives across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proven capability in strategic advice, project delivery, risk and budget management.
• Commitment to UNSW's values and health and safety responsibilities.

Mansioni

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for UNSW's defence and national security research activities.
• Foster partnerships across academia, industry and government to translate research into outcomes.
• Oversee the Institute's operations, programs and projects and ensure delivery against objectives.
• Strengthen UNSW's contribution to defence innovation through external collaboration and policy impact.
• Work closely with researchers and external partners to manage risk, budget and governance.

Conoscenze

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic advice

Project delivery

Risk management

Budget management

Leadership

Networking

Formazione

Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Deputy Director, Defence Research Institute

University of New South Wales - Sydney NSW

• Location: UNSW Canberra or Sydney campus

Why your role matters

The Deputy Director, Defence Research Institute (DRI), supports the Director in providing strategic leadership and direction for UNSW's defence and national security research activities, fostering partnerships and translating the University's research expertise, innovation and education capabilities into tangible outcomes for Defence, defence industry and the broader national security community.

The role focuses on building strong partnerships across academia, industry and government, identifying and developing research collaboration opportunities, and overseeing the Institute's operations, programs and projects. The position works closely with UNSW researchers and external partners to strengthen UNSW's contribution to defence innovation and capability.

The role reports to the Director, DRI and has two direct reports.

About UNSW

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. We are a large organisation with a diverse and highly talented community doing extraordinary work. We are driven to be thoughtful, practical and purposeful in all we do, and this collective approach is what gives our work impact. It is also why UNSW is consistently ranked among the world's top 20 universities in the QS World University Rankings and is a proud member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight.

If you're seeking a career where you can thrive, be challenged and contribute to meaningful work, you're in the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc.) can be discussed
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.

You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW

About you:

You have a relevant postgraduate qualification and or equivalent experience, along with extensive management experience in Defence or a defence- related sector. You bring strong stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to build influential networks and lead initiatives across diverse stakeholder groups.

You also have proven capability in strategic advice, project delivery, risk and budget management, with a track record of successfully delivering multiple complex projects. You will demonstrate a commitment to UNSW's values and health and safety responsibilities.

Security clearance:

The successful candidate must hold a minimum Baseline Australian Government security clearance. Candidates holding a current NV1 clearance are highly desirable.

Pre Employment Checks

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

NSW 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.