Executive Director, Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources

4 weeks ago


Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia University of Newcastle Full time
Executive Director, Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER)

Offering a competitive remuneration salary package.

The University of Newcastle has a proud and longstanding history of being a University of and for our regions and delivering high impact research outcomes. A flagship research Institute of the University, NIER has a proud history of achievement over the last 15 years and has grown to encompass 20 research centres and groups, and a range of co-located industry partners.

From its inception, NIER has been a nexus for industry and academia, driving efficiencies, optimising processes, and generating new knowledge to meet the evolving needs of the regions economy.

As ExecutiveDirector, you will play a strategic role in shaping the next phase of the Institute's development, ensuring the delivery of cross-disciplinary research programs with a focus on NIER's research themes: Powering the Future, Next Generation Resources, and Environmental Sustainability & Security. This will achieve large-scale impact through targeted research and policy-influencing initiatives for regions locally, nationally, and internationally.

You will lead the Institute's strategic growth, focusing on expanding research funding and delivering outcomes that align with the University and external partner priorities.

About you

You should have an outstanding track record of excellence in providing strategic leadership in collaboration with external partners to deliver the research goals and objectives of a University or similar.

You will be an accomplished leader with:

  • Relevant postgraduate qualifications with established excellence in a professional field; or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training and/or experience.
  • Proven leadership capabilities, including the ability to lead high-performing teams, manage budget and financial operations to drive sustainable outcomes.
  • Expertise in strategy development and strong track record of delivering results aligned with vision and objectives.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with industry, community, and academic partners, supported by comprehensive experience working with industry and established networks.

This is your opportunity to join a world-leading university of our regions.

Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia

Visa sponsorship is available for this appointment.

Term and remuneration

The successful candidate will be offered a 5-year fixed term position on a full-time basis with a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

University standard statements

The University of Newcastle is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Candidates from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, equity target groups and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

How to apply

You will find a copy of the Candidate Information Brochure for this role below, which includes the Position Description. The University of Newcastle will be supported in a global search for this appointment by the executive search firm Kennedy Austin Executive Search Consultants.

Do not submit your application via the University of Newcastle website. All applications are to be sent directly to Larry Little at Kennedy Austin Executive Search Consultants using the details below.

For confidential enquiries, please contact Larry Little:

Please email your application to Larry Little at Kennedy Austin Executive Search Consultants at larry@kennedyaustin.com

Closing date

Applications close on Monday 6th October 5.00pm AEST.


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