- Employment Type: Full-Time (35-hour week)
- Duration: Continuing Role
- Remuneration: Competitive total remuneration package
- Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)
About Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement (DSIEE)
The UNSW Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement (DSIEE) leads UNSW’s efforts in making positive and lasting impact on society, promoting equity and social justice and driving engagement activities that enhance UNSW’s reputation as a key contributor to society through its research, teaching, and community engagement.
Why your role matters
The Director of Societal Impact and Evaluation is responsible for fostering strong partnerships and relationships with key organisations, communities, and university stakeholders to enhance the university’s reputation as a sector leader in societal impact. Supporting the university-wide agenda, the Director will drive change and engagement, developing strategies to align and integrate efforts in societal impact, sustainability, and community engagement.
This role will lead the coordination and reporting of the university’s Societal Impact Framework, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Program, and other relevant national and international frameworks related to SDGs, community engagement, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities.
The position reports to the Pro Vice Chancellor Societal Transformation and Equity and works closely with senior leaders, Deans, Heads of Schools, Executive Directors, professional staff, students, and community members.
Specific accountabilities for this role include:
- Lead the development and implementation of the Sustainability and Societal Transformation strategy, aligning the UNSW Societal Impact Framework, the SDG Programme and other internal and external strategic initiatives that contribute to UNSW’s broader vision and strategy.
- Establish and monitor program logic and performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of societal transformation initiatives and provide analysis of the university’s progress against national and international frameworks and rankings as relevant to the social transformation portfolio. Work with stakeholders to develop action plans for remedial action.
- Design, foster and enhance community engagement scholarship and initiatives, ensuring they align with the university’s societal impact goals and the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification.
About You:
You will hold postgraduate qualifications and/or extensive work experience in managing concurrent interdependent projects and programs:
- Outstanding communication, negotiation and influencing skills with an ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including government, relevant professions, regional, national and international networks, and the wider community that result in measurable benefits and outcomes for the University.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, to drive results in a complex and dynamic organisational setting.
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
- Extensive experience in strategic planning, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, preferably within a higher education or non-profit context.
For further information on the role & responsibilities, please refer to the position description
How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) before Wednesday 27th November by 11:55pm. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)
Job queries contact: Chloe Gane, Talent Acquisition Consultant E: chloe.gane@unsw.edu.au (applications to the address cannot be accepted, please apply online)
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
