• Full time continuing at Matilda Centre at Usyd Camperdown campus
• Opportunity for a passionate, motivated, and innovative senior leader to join the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use
• Base Salary $150,628 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Matilda Centre is seeking a driven senior leader to join the Centre Executive as the Centre Operations Manager. The Operations Manager leads the Centre professional services team providing exceptional operational support services to academic and professional researchers, and plays a key role as a member of the Centre Executive, driving the strategic development of the Matilda Centre and its integration with University and Faculty services, activities, policies and governance.

Reporting to the Head, FMH Centres and Affiliated Institutes, in the Faculty of Medicine and Health, the Matilda Centre Operations manager is a key contributor to the strategic and operational development of FMH Centres, and plays an important role in driving change that has significant impacts on the daily operational and research tasks across FMH Centres. Responsible for Matilda Centre Operations, the Centre Operations Manager works closely with the Matilda Centre Director to deliver the Centre strategy.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide leadership support and strategic advice on the development of the Centre, with consideration of the operational implications of strategic and other initiatives as a key member of the Centre Executive
• ensure the provision of the highest quality research support services across a broad suite of needs, including office management, research administrative support, budget and contract support, and engaging and connecting Centre researchers with University and Faculty processes and support teams
• ensure the operations of the Matilda Centre are undertaken to the highest standards, including operations to University and external policies and governance
• oversight and control of the Centre budget, providing timely and accurate information to the Executive to support budget planning and expenditure decisions
• undertake centre reporting and other activities required by the University Centres policy and Faculty requirements for Centre reporting
• lead and inspire staff, focusing on performance management, professional development, and career growth
• promote workplace safety, ensure legislative compliance, and mitigate risks effectively
• support projects and programs aimed at improving FMH Centre operations, and ensure Centre compliance with Faculty processes and effective engagement with Faculty support teams.

About you

• hold a tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of training and experience
• advanced expertise in strategy formulation, operational management, and decision-making
• proven experience in people management, including staff performance and development.
• demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation and policy in an academic context.
• strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and collaboration.
• advanced skills in planning, project management, and analytical problem-solving
• proven commitment to diversity and inclusive work practices
• extensive broad administrative skills including complex budget and financial management, contracts and agreements, business data collection and reporting, research systems and processes
• extensive broad administrative skills including complex budget and financial management, contracts and agreements, business data collection and reporting, research systems and processes
• Strategic Thinking: Navigate complex landscapes to achieve university objectives
• Leadership: Inspire teams to deliver excellence while fostering a collaborative environment.
• Adaptability: Maintain composure and professionalism in dynamic circumstances
• Digital Proficiency: Leverage technology for operational efficiency
• Research Understanding: Navigate the unique legislative and funding environment of research.

Note: University Shutdown: The University is closed for its annual seasonal break from Saturday 21 December 2024, returning to regular business operations on Tuesday 7 January 2025. During this period, the entire Recruitment Operations team will not be available to respond to enquiries.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit:NSW Health employment requirements

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Deepna Chand, Recruitment Operations by email to Deepna.Chand@sydney.edu.au 

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Applications Close

Sunday 19 January 2025 11:59 PM