Ref 6056/23 Institute Manager, Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment

• Western Sydney University Internal Applicants Only 
• $151,302 to $161,579 p.a.| Includes 17% Superannuation
• Full-Time, Ongoing Position | Westerns Hawkesbury Campus

Western Sydney University Internal Applicants Only 

To be eligible to apply for this position you must be employed by Western Sydney University on an ongoing, fixed term or casual basis at the time of this advertisement.  

About the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment
The Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment is a research institute within Western Sydney University. The Institute conducts fundamental and applied research in ecology, physiology, genetics and global change biology. Within the past decade, the Institute has become a world-leading centre of excellence in ecosystem function and environmental responses to climate change. With a unique suite of world-class research facilities, the Institute collaborates widely with Australian and international institutions to craft scientific research of the highest calibre.

About the Role
Step into the role of Institute Manager, the senior non-academic leader overseeing a wide array of administrative processes. Your responsibilities include managing finances, human resources, compliance, facilities, policies, processes, and corporate relations. Work collaboratively with our skilled administration team, sharing your expertise and gaining valuable skills mentoring. If you're ready to lead and thrive in a forward-thinking environment, seize the opportunity to make a lasting impact in this crucial position.

This is a full-time, ongoing position to commence 16 March 2024.

About you
To be successful in this exciting new role, you will require the following skills and experience:

• Relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent professional administrative training and experience.
• Effective management of substantial budgets, including financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis.
• High-level analytical, evaluative, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong human resource management skills.
• High-level oral interpersonal and written communication skills.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Please review the position description for further information.

Remuneration Package: HEW Level 9 $151,302 to $161,579 p.a. (comprising Salary of $127,852 to $136,536 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Professor Ian Anderson, Director, Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment via email [email protected]  

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at [email protected] 

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 14 January 2024

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.

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