Australian National University

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Information Technology) Salary package: $124,392 - $133,017 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 12 months) Location: Canberra, ACT (remote within Australia considered) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD & PEWER_ANUO8_Business Analyst.pdf Help shape the future of digital transformation at the Australian National University Contribute to delivery of the ANU Digital Plan  Work remotely across Australia or onsite at our beautiful campus Join a highly collaborative, values-driven and supportive team About the Role and the Impact, You’ll Make ANU is undertaking a focused review of existing finance processes to better understand where inefficiencies, duplication and pain points occur and where improvements can deliver greater value. We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to lead the analysis of current finance processes and work with stakeholders to identify practical opportunities for improvement. You will review existing findings, document current-state processes, facilitate business process mapping workshops and help stakeholders build a shared understanding of how finance services operate end to end. Using a human-centred and evidence-based approach, you will help identify underlying problems, assess impacts and shape future improvement opportunities. You will work closely with Finance stakeholders, PeopleSoft Functional Analysts, technical developers and other delivery specialists to ensure proposed improvements consider business needs, systems, processes and the experience of the people who use them. In this role you will: Lead discovery and business process mapping workshops with Finance and University stakeholders. Document current-state processes, business rules, pain points, hand-offs and dependencies. Identify duplication, inefficiencies, risks and opportunities for simplification or improvement. Apply a human-centred approach to understand the impacts of current and proposed processes on users. Develop clear process maps, analysis outputs, options and recommendations. Contribute to shaping a consistent and collaborative business analysis practice through the ANU Analysis Chapter About You You are an experienced Senior Business Analyst with strong business process analysis and facilitation skills. You are comfortable walking into a complex environment, understanding how work is really performed and helping stakeholders distinguish symptoms from underlying problems. You can move between detailed process analysis and broader service or organisational impacts without losing sight of the outcome. You will bring: Demonstrated Senior Business Analyst experience in complex transformation, process improvement or service improvement environments. Strong experience in end-to-end business process analysis, process mapping and future-state design. Demonstrated ability to facilitate workshops and engage effectively with diverse stakeholder groups. Experience eliciting, analysing and documenting business requirements and translating complex business and system issues into clear, practical outcomes. Experience identifying inefficiencies, risks, dependencies and improvement opportunities across business processes and services. Ability to work collaboratively with functional specialists, technical teams and developers. Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. Experience supporting testing and quality assurance to ensure solutions meet functional and compliance requirements. Contribute to shaping a consistent and collaborative business analysis practice through the ANU Analysis Chapter. Highly desirable Experience in one or more of the following would be highly regarded: Finance or financial administration processes Experience with PeopleSoft Financials Higher education, government or another large, federated organisation Lean, process improvement or service improvement methodologies Human-centred design or service design BPMN, Visio or other process modelling approaches and tools Business transformation involving policy, process and technology change You do not need to be a finance accountant or PeopleSoft technical specialist. We are looking for a strong Senior Business Analyst who can work confidently with Finance and technical specialists, understand end-to-end impacts and help stakeholders identify where meaningful improvement can be achieved. About Us Information Technology Services (ITS) delivers digital solutions that enable ANU to achieve its strategic goals across education, research and University operations. Our teams work in partnership with Colleges, Portfolios and the broader ANU community to create modern, secure and people-focused digital services. The Analysis Chapter brings together business analysts, senior business analysts, functional analysts and testing professionals working across the University's digital portfolio. We focus on strong analysis practice, collaboration, professional development and consistent approaches that can be reused across initiatives. ANU is Australia's national university and one of the world's leading universities. Our community is diverse, collaborative and committed to making an impact through research and education. What We Offer Competitive salary plus 17% superannuation Flexible working arrangements Generous leave provisions, including paid parental leave Professional development opportunities and staff scholarships The opportunity to work on University-wide process and service improvement A collaborative professional community through the ANU Analysis Chapter An inclusive workplace committed to staff wellbeing and development For further information please contact Ishea.Bedding@anu.edu.au The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant at indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au. ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. Application information To apply for this role, please upload: A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience align with the requirements outlined above. A current resume of no more than three pages, including the names and contact details of at least two referees, ideally including a current or recent supervisor. If shortlisted, you may be asked to address specific requirements or provide additional supporting information. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence. Closing date: Sunday, 27 September 2026, 11:55PM (AEST)  

Classification: Academic Level E Terms: Full time, Fixed term up to 5 years The Australian National University (ANU) is seeking to appoint the Director of the ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA). RSAA is recognised both nationally and internationally as a leading research institute in astronomy and astrophysics. It operates two world-famous observatories and has a long history of research and technical development at the forefront of the field. RSAA also hosts the National Space Testing Facility and a Laser Space-Communication Optical Ground Station. The School’s mission is to advance the observational and theoretical frontiers of astronomy and astrophysics and their enabling technologies. Reporting to the Dean of the ANU College of Science and Medicine, the RSAA Director provides leadership, develops strategic capability and fosters excellence across the range of the School’s activities including research, education, technology development, and external engagement. The Director is responsible for enabling academic and professional staff to deliver high-quality research, teaching, policy, and practice outcomes aligned with the University’s strategic priorities. Additionally, the Director oversees the management of the School, including academic, financial, and staffing operations. For a confidential discussion and/or a copy of the information booklet, please contact Priyanka Gaitonde, Executive Search Business Partner, ANU Executive Search on +61 473 426 084 or executivesearch@anu.edu.au. Please note advertising closes on Sunday 11 October 2026, 11:55 pm AEDT. The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au. ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion. Employment in this position is conditional on satisfactory results in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure which sets out the types of checks required by each type of position. All appointments are required to make relevant declarations to comply with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

Classification: ANU Senior Manager 1 (Administration) Salary package: $141,637 - $148,403 per annum plus 17% superannuation. Terms: Full time, Continuing Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_Manager, Student Education Support.pdf In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region. Learn more about ANU, our history and the community that has shaped us: ANU at 80.  Play a key leadership role in a newly established central team, helping shape how student administration services are delivered across the University. Lead and develop a high-performing team, driving service excellence that supports student enrolment, progression and overall student success. Work with senior stakeholders across ANU to improve systems, policy and processes, ensuring high-quality services and compliance across the student lifecycle. Position overview The Student Engagement and Education Management (SEEM) Division within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education (DVCE) portfolio contributes to the University's strategic objective to provide an excellent educational experience for its students through delivery of accessible and supportive administrative functions throughout the student lifecycle. The Manager, Student Education Support role will be responsible for the broad oversight of student related support services including enrolment and progression; credit; complex degree advice and developing relationships with key stakeholders across the ANU Colleges. For further information please contact Richard Andrew, Associate Director, Student Education Support at: Richard.andrew@anu.edu.au The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Services Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.  Other documents, if required. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence. CLOSING DATE: Sunday 11 October 2026, 11.55pm (Canberra time)