• Employment Type: Full-time, continuing opportunity.
• Remuneration: Competitive total package
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid working model)

About UNSW

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.  We aspire to be Australia’s global university, improving and transforming lives through excellence in research, outstanding education and a commitment to advancing a just society.

Why your role matters

The Senior Manager, Governance leads the Secretariat team to deliver professional governance services to the principal governance and management committees of the University. The Senior Manager, Governance reports to the Director of Governance & University Secretary and has 5 direct reports.

About the Role

You will be required to undertake and have experience in the following areas of expertise:

• Lead the provision of secretariat services to the University’s governing bodies (Council, Academic Board, University Leadership Team, University Committees, Faculty Boards) and their respective committees.
• Ensure that the Secretariat maintains and improves the servicing of all governing bodies and their committees, manages effective communication, minutes and record keeping, and provides effective support to the chairs in relation to committee business.
• Provide authoritative and informed advice on governance matters (including committee protocols, delegations, elections and policies) to key stakeholders including the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, President of the Academic Board, Deans, committee chairs and members.
• Proactively identify governance, elections and delegations issues and continuous improvement initiatives and develop strategies to address gaps, mitigate risks and implement solutions.
• Manage key projects requiring the coordination of staff, resources and budget including the maintenance and periodic review of committee management technology, online elections and delegations.
• Oversee the delivery of the Governance Team’s annual goals, particularly those pertaining to secretariat operations.
• Develop, manage and review University governance instruments including the University of New South Wales Rules, elections procedures and delegations of authority

About the Role

• A degree in a relevant area with substantial relevant experience, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Extensive experience within a governance environment, including providing direct committee support and leading a secretariat team.
• Demonstrated people skills and a high degree of emotional intelligence, as well as high level interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including experience in negotiating with senior stakeholders to achieve effective outcomes.
• Substantial knowledge and skills in governance and decision-making processes, including the ability to design and review governance processes to align with legislative and policy requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in leadership and effective staff management including the ability to inspire and motivate staff to achieve their best, exercise sound judgement, prioritise and solve problems in a high work volume environment with competing priorities.
• Advanced project management skills with the ability to coordinate a complex range of work and to develop and work within budget, determine priorities and adjust them according to the requirements of the situation.
• A proven record of innovation including through the implementation and use of technology systems and experience in using a range of software applications.

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 Sunday 2 March 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: Tai James, Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: tai.james@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.