Head, Little Hall

• Deliver an enriching personal and academic experience for students
• Home to the prestigious Hansen Scholarship Program

The University of Melbourne seeks an academic leader to develop and maintain an outstanding academic and social environment at Little Hall, a modern and contemporary residential hall at the University of Melbourne. Leading the delivery of an enriching experience for students, both personally and academically, the Head will ensure that the Hall’s program of support reflects the unique identity of the residency and the diverse student body it supports.

Reporting to the Director of University Colleges and Residential Life, and with three direct reports, the Head, Little Hall will work collaboratively across the University Colleges and Residential Life portfolio to coordinate and optimise the support, programs and services provided to students. This includes the development and delivery of residential programs focussing on academic support and community building, including pastoral care, safety and wellbeing.

Working closely with the Director of the Hansen Scholarship Program, the Head will also ensure that the specific needs of the resident Hansen Scholars are met. With a future focus, the Head, Little Hall will also develop, implement, evaluate and report on the strategic direction and initiatives of the Hall, leading and celebrating its promotion within the University, alumni and the wider community.

With proven scholarly, leadership and management experience obtained at an educational institution, you will hold a relevant postgraduate qualification, ideally at doctoral level. A track record in leading and mentoring students in an academic environment will be essential, and your strengths in communication, influencing and negotiation will be required to engage with a broad stakeholder group, including the student cohort, external partners, senior university executives and donors. With a demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic and operational plans, you will be enthusiastic in leading and inspiring a high performing team to develop and promote Little Hall, while preserving its unique identity and offering.

The University
Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a leading international university with a tradition of excellence in teaching and research. The University’s main campus in Parkville is recognised as the hub of Australia’s premier knowledge precinct, comprising eight hospitals, many leading research institutes and a wide-range of knowledge-based industries. With outstanding performance in international rankings, the University is at the forefront of higher
education in the Asia-Pacific region and the world. The University of Melbourne employs people of outstanding calibre and offers a unique environment where staff are valued and rewarded.

The first hall of residence of its kind in Australia, Little Hall is ideally located between the heart of Melbourne and the University’s Parkville campus. As a new kind of residential community, Little Hall offers a modern take on a college experience within a premium apartment-style building for up to 669 residents. Home of the prestigious Hansen Scholars Program, residents benefit from a specially designed program of social and cultural activities, academic support and career networking opportunities to support personal, academic and professional development. Little Hall residents are part of a welcoming and vibrant community, with access to a range of social, sporting, cultural and volunteering opportunities.

For further information about the University of Melbourne, please visit: unimelb.edu.au

To apply: Please visit https://fisherleadership.com/ and ‘Apply Online’, addressing your cover letter and resume to Sharyn Gowans, Partner of Fisher Leadership and quoting reference UOMhdh0524.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Sharyn Gowans on 1300 347 437 or +61 3 9016 6000