School Manager - School of IT and Electrical Engineering

School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering

Job reference number - 507786

It is an exciting time to get involved with the School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, located on UQ's St Lucia campus. The School is ramping up its investment in teaching, research and engagement to create an inspiring, diverse and flexible workplace. The direction is backed by a bold, new strategic vision to ensure the School is at the forefront of meaningful research outcomes and pedagogy across its core impact areas of health, data, automation and energy. Boasting strong student enrolments in professionally accredited programs, combined with world-class researchers and facilities, the School is focused on strengthening its position in the global computer science and engineering communities. By attracting the brightest minds and fostering a truly innovative and collaborative work environment, the School will develop global solutions to contemporary issues and mentor the leaders of tomorrow. Details of the School may be accessed on its website at http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/

The role

The School Manager is a highly autonomous and senior position that is critical to the effective leadership and management of the School. The School Manager is a member of the School Executive Committee, and plays a key role in contributing to strategic and operational objectives. This position is central to maintaining a high performing, collaborative culture in the School, which values contemporary leadership practices. The School Manager is the primary advisor to the Head of School and School staff on all matters pertaining to University, Faculty and School policies, operations and business processes.

The appointee will oversee a team of professional staff who deliver high quality services, and will work closely with the Head of School in identifying, initiating and implementing change management initiatives. In partnership with the Head of School and School Executive, the School Manager is responsible for the development of short and longer term strategic business plans, workforce planning and stakeholder relations which ensure that the School achieves levels of excellence in education, research and community outreach.

The person

The successful applicant will have a postgraduate degree with extensive relevant management experience (or equivalent), ideally in a higher education environment or similar. Given the focus of this role, the appointee will have strengths in leadership, management and strategic thinking, as well as business acumen. Candidates will be experienced in initiating and managing change, and will possess high-level skills in communication and negotiation, with a track record of achieving successful outcomes.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University's Diversity and Inclusion webpage ( https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity ) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.

Remuneration

The position is full time, Fixed Term Appointment for 5 years at HEW 10A Level. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate, including superannuation contributions of 17%.

The University of Queensland also offers other competitive options including salary sacrificing, on campus childcare, leave packaging and discounted private health insurance as well as many other benefits.

Enquiries

To discuss this role, please contact the Head of School, Professor Michael Brünig, on 07 3365 3869 or m.bruenig@uq.edu.au .

Closing date - 14 July 2019.