Management - Universities (Education & Training)Full time, continuing position with the University of Sydney as an experienced Executive Officer with a commencement in January 2025.About the opportunityThe Executive Officer provides operational management and strategic support to the Executive Office in University Infrastructure. This role will guide and coordinate the Executive Office, including the prioritisation of information and workflow, and manage the effective scheduling, communication, planning and tracking of actions from regular Chief University Infrastructure Officer (CUIO), UI Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Committee meetings.The Executive Officer provides high-level support to the Chief University Infrastructure Officer (CUIO) and the UI Executive Leadership Team (ELT). They report to the Director Engagement and will have a very close working relationship with the CUIO, meeting and interacting daily, with a focus on maximising effective executive administration to support the CUIO's performance of their role, and the wider University mission.The Executive Officer will manage the Executive Assistant to ensure the full suite of professional executive support services to the CUIO and Director Engagement are delivered in a highly efficient and effective manner.Your key responsibilities will be to:provide operational and administrative management for the UI Executive Office including effective planning, delegating, coordinating, staffing, organising, and decision making to ensure financial and operational objectives and goals are reachedengage in critical analysis of proposals, reports, and in examining the more complex, non-routine cases on which decisions are requiredprepare and present discussion papers on a broad range of issues for ELT review, inclusive of appropriate and relevant analysis, business strategy and final recommendationsoversee the provision of broad, high level professional executive support to the Chief University Infrastructure Officer and the Director Engagementmaintain governance and control and key compliance requirementsensure quality application of, and compliance with, University administrative policies and procedures.About you:postgraduate qualifications in business administration or related field with relevant experience in business administration and/or equivalent combination of relevant training and experiencedemonstrated experience at a senior level in the preparation and provision of responsive, clear, and concise specialist advice, recommendations, and solutions both verbally and in writing, through effective research, negotiation, and consultation with key stakeholdersdemonstrated ability to work both with a considerable degree of autonomy, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily workproven strong critical thinker, problem solver, respected communicator, and performer in a highly complex, political, and competitive environmentpreviously worked in the higher education/tertiary sector or at a complex, multi-faceted organisation is highly desirable.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.EEO statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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