Strategic Advisor to the Vice-Chancellor

The Australian National University; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University (ANU) invites applications for a Senior Advisor to support the Interim Vice-Chancellor and President and the Office of the Vice-Chancellor. The role focuses on strategic coordination, high-level briefings and committee papers to drive university priorities.

You will engage with senior leaders, academic and professional staff, government agencies and other stakeholders to deliver outcomes in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.

Qualifications

• Provide high-level strategic advice in a complex environment.
• Synthesize information, analyze data, and identify practical responses.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and manage sensitive issues.
• Produce clear, concise briefings and correspondence for senior executives.
• Demonstrate knowledge of or ability to rapidly learn ANU’s context and the higher education sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic coordination and advice to the Interim Vice-Chancellor & President and the Director Regulatory Affairs and Engagement.
• Prepare major meeting briefs and committee papers.
• Collaborate with senior university executives, academic and professional staff, government agencies and other stakeholders to deliver outcomes aligned with the University's priorities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Judgement & problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Higher education sector knowledge

Job description

The Australian National University (ANU) invites applications for a Senior Advisor to support the Interim Vice-Chancellor and President and the Office of the Vice-Chancellor. The role focuses on strategic coordination, high-level briefings and committee papers to drive university priorities.

You will engage with senior leaders, academic and professional staff, government agencies and other stakeholders to deliver outcomes in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.