School Manager

Australian National University; Canberra; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Canberra seeks School Managers for its College of Business and Economics. Applicants should possess strategic thinking and leadership skills, with experience in the higher education sector. Responsibilities include implementing strategic plans and supporting the College's performance. The role emphasizes effective communication and collaboration with team members.

Qualifications

• Track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships.
• Able to retrieve and analyse data from multiple sources.
• Proven expertise in leading an administrative team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with contemporary challenges in higher education sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of strategic plans.
• Contribute to maximising the School’s performance.
• Support the leadership of the College General Manager.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Leadership

Effective communication

Knowledge of higher education sector

Job description

Australian National University – Canberra ACT

4d ago , from Australian National University

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)

Salary package: $118,399 - $126,607 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term: 2xFull-time, Continuing roles. 1x Full-time Fixed-Term role (until 14/03/2026)

Position overview

The ANU College of Business and Economics (CBE) invites applications for up to three School Manager roles - Research School of Finance, Actuarial Studies and Statistics (RSFAS) and Research School of Economics (RSE) on a full-time, continuing basis and Research School of Management on fixed-term basis until 14 March 2026. The College’s School Managers are responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of strategic plans, contributing to maximising the School’s performance in terms of staff and students and supporting the leadership of the College General Manager in establishing a common College culture and approach to administration.

The Person

• A strategic thinker, with a track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships.
• A problem-solver, able to retrieve and analyse data from multiple sources.
• A collaborative team member with proven expertise in leading an administrative team and able to coach and mentor staff.
• An effective communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in the preparation of briefings and other reports.
• Knowledge and/or experience in the contemporary challenges facing the higher education sector.

The ANU College of Business and Economics (CBE) seeks to advance knowledge through high quality teaching and research. We contribute to associated professions, industry and government by conducting world‑class, long‑term strategic research, and through the provision of a range of specialised undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes.

As a part of Australia's leading university, CBE provides an excellent educational experience for our students. Our global alumni network reaches the world's leading companies, policy agencies and universities.

We strongly believe that the way in which we operate is defined by our Values and Behaviours and encourage you to apply if you are looking for a workplace that encourages respect, collegiality and excellence.

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on ***************@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Further information

For further information please contact College of Business and Economics General Manager, Yana Potrebica, E:******@anu.edu.au

Application information

In order to apply for these roles please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

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

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.