• Based at Burwood + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 8 $114,231 - $130,786 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role:

The Executive Officer provides governance support and administrative management for ADI and provides executive support to the ADI Director, Executive and Advisory Board.

This position provides senior level support with the administration of the Institute as well its strategic initiatives, and provides support to the Director towards the fulfilment of the Institute Strategic Plan. The position also provides executive assistance to the UNESCO Chair in Comparative Research on Cultural Diversity and Social Justice.

As a Executive Officer, you will:

• Act as a coach and work with team members to facilitate growth and development by giving balanced, constructive feedback considering individual capability and team performance, in alignment with Deakin’s code of conduct and core university strategies and policies that promote a safe, sustainable and productive working environment.
• Provide leadership and high level strategic support and advice to the Director into the operational functions of the Institute, including: infrastructure, financial management, human resources, events, external communications, and the provision of support in the preparation and management of grant, contract research and consultancy projects.
• Provide high level executive and governance support to the Institute, including the Director, UNESCO Chair, Leadership Group, Executive and Advisory Board.
• In consultation with the Director develop and oversee the implementation of the Institute’s budget and staffing plan, ensuring that expenditure occurs in accordance with University policy.
• Manage strategic and operational administrative matters including those relating to finance, budgeting and planning, reporting, strategic planning and providing advice to staff and members with respect to the implementation and interpretation of internal and external policy and procedure.                                                                                                                                                                                 

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Experience in managing administrative projects and engagement with proven ability to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate.
• Experience working collaboratively to develop and implement new frameworks and practices within a complex environment.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Fethi Mansouri (Director, ADI) via email at adi-director@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Executive Officer - 567892.pdf

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Sunday the 9^th of March.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.