Strategic Academic Advisor

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Academic Advisor to join our team at Swinburne University of Technology. As a key member of our Academic Portfolio Operations team, you will play a critical role in driving strategic projects and initiatives that shape the future of our university.

Reporting to the Director, Academic Portfolio Operations, you will be responsible for conducting in-depth research and analysis of sector trends and issues, providing expert advice and actionable recommendations to inform academic strategies. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop business cases, impact statements, and guide projects that impact national and international education landscapes.

As a Strategic Academic Advisor, you will also be responsible for preparing high-quality communications, reports, and presentations, and representing the Schools on various university committees and cross-functional projects. You will bring your expertise and understanding of the evolving education sector to a role where you can influence meaningful change.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to have extensive experience in a high-level administrative role, with a strong understanding of issues affecting the tertiary education sector nationally and internationally. You will possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate, liaise, and work with people at all levels, both internal and external to the university.

You will also have well-developed analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret and effectively communicate policies, strategies, and procedures within a complex and often sensitive environment. Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to research, prepare reports, policy documents, presentations, and take accurate minutes, are also essential.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne University of Technology is committed to creating a diverse, welcoming, and open learning and work environment that embraces diversity, promotes inclusion, ensures fair access to opportunities, and actively opposes bullying, discrimination, sexual harm, victimisation, and vilification. We appreciate every individual in our community, regardless of ability/disability, age, cultural and ethnic background, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and family and relationship status.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as international graduates. We are committed to removing barriers to international graduate employment and are a signatory to Victoria's Commitment to Action.

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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