Senior Strategic Advisor to University Leadership

Bright Horizons Family Solutions; Canberra; On-site; AUD 156,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University (ANU) is seeking a highly capable Senior Advisor to support the Interim Vice-Chancellor and President. This role is central to coordinating the work of the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and will work with committees across the University.

You will prepare major briefs and committee papers, provide strategic guidance to senior executives and government partners, and translate complex information into clear advice that advances the University’s priorities.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide high-level strategic advice in a complex environment.
• Excellent written communication for briefings and correspondence.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic coordination and advice to the Interim Vice-Chancellor and President.
• Prepare major meeting briefs and committee papers.
• Collaborate with senior executives, staff, government agencies to meet priorities.
• Navigate sensitive issues with judgement.

Skills

Strategic advice

Stakeholder engagement

Briefings & reports

Policy understanding

Communication

Job description

The Australian National University (ANU) is seeking a highly capable Senior Advisor to support the Interim Vice-Chancellor and President. This role is central to coordinating the work of the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and will work with committees across the University.

You will prepare major briefs and committee papers, provide strategic guidance to senior executives and government partners, and translate complex information into clear advice that advances the University’s priorities.