Faculty General Manager
Job No.: 671168
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 3-year fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: A competitive remuneration package will apply
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground-breaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.
At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
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The Opportunity
As the Faculty General Manager of the Faculty of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences, you will play a critical role in supporting the Dean in the strategic management of the Faculty. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of areas, including financial management, human resources, information technology, governance, research administration, and student matters. Managing a complex administrative structure across multiple campuses and collaborating with external partners, hospitals, and research institutes, you will have a unique opportunity to shape the Faculty's operations and contribute to its success.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Lead strategic planning, financial management, and governance to align with University goals
- Foster effective communication, collaboration, and consensus-building across the Faculty
- Manage complex administrative functions, including student planning, financials, and information technology
- Drive strategic improvement projects and change management initiatives
- Oversee budgeting, revenue distribution, and risk management
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and collaborate with central administration
- Ensure efficient space allocation and facilities management
- Represent the Dean on committees and boards
About You
The ideal candidate for the Faculty General Manager position will possess a postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline, coupled with extensive executive management experience. They will demonstrate exceptional leadership and strategic planning skills, with a proven ability to manage large-scale operations and resources effectively. Strong interpersonal and communication abilities are essential, along with expertise in business transformation and change management. The candidate should have a deep understanding of organizational dynamics within the higher education sector and a track record of inspiring staff, establishing strategic alliances, and driving faculty goals.
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Monash avidly supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments more easily.
To Apply
Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to
'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Rowena King, Recruitment Manager, +61 409 550 226
Position Description: Faculty General Manager
Applications Close: Wednesday 13 November 2024, 11:55pm AEDT
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