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Based in the Integration Management Office (IMO) in the People & Culture Domain at the City West campus
Contribute to one of the largest changes to higher education in Australia over the past 30 years and help shape the new Adelaide University. You will work for the University of South Australia and be based in the Integration Management Office (IMO) in the People & Culture Domain.
About you
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager to play a key role in supporting the transition of staff to the new Adelaide University. You will play a crucial role in designing and implementing strategies, tools, and staff supports needed for the successful delivery of the Workforce Readiness Delivery Plan.
Our ideal candidate is innovative and proactive, capable of navigating complexity and ambiguity while ensuring alignment with organisational goals. You will possess exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills which will enable you to influence diverse audiences and build strong relationships across multiple teams. You will be adaptable, able to respond quickly to emerging challenges and experienced in managing large projects with competing priorities.
About the role
In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team comprising of business analysts, change management specialists, communications specialists, systems experts, and industrial and employee relations experts, alongside People and Culture professionals, to execute the staff transition strategy. Achieving the strategic vision of Adelaide University will require the collective efforts of diverse experts across the institution.
Working closely with line managers, Deputy Vice Chancellors, and staff, you will ensure that by 1 January 2026, every staff member is fully informed about their role, where they will be located, and their reporting structure. Your influence will extend across various disciplines, such as medicine and dentistry one day, to veterinary science and fine arts the next. You may find yourself supporting a range of professionals, from accountants and architects to zoologists or anyone in between.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced and dynamic environment, can handle high-pressure situations, and finds fulfilment in providing support to staff across a broad range of functions.
Core Responsibilities
Essential Skills and Experience
About the new Adelaide University The University of South Australia and the University of Adelaide are working together to create a new Adelaide University that will make transformational investments in teaching, learning, research and innovation at scale for South Australia and beyond.
The new Adelaide University will be a future-focused university, a magnet for talented staff and students alike. Combining the strengths of the University of South Australia and The University of Adelaide to deliver nation-leading curriculum and student experience, greater access to education, and world-class research excellence, the new institution will be recognised as one of the world's top 100 universities.
Benefits
Not only will you contribute to the largest changes to higher education in Australia, but you will also have access to a wide variety of benefits such as:
Express your interest now!
For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. Applicants are required to upload a cover letter and resume only ensuring suitability for the position is addressed.
Applications will be assessed upon receipt. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Please address your cover letter to Jessica Frisari, Recruitment Partner: IMO. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact Jessica via email at [email protected]. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 6531.
Applications close: 11:30pm Monday 30 September 2024
Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.
Applications will be jointly assessed by both the University of South Australia and the University of Adelaide in the creation of the new Adelaide University.
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How to apply:
Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.
UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.
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