Director of Public Policy
4 weeks ago
Public Policy Leadership Opportunity
:The Executive Director will play a pivotal role in shaping and launching the Public Policy Institute at UNSW Australia. As a visionary leader, you'll drive the Institute's mission to elevate public policy education and research that empowers leaders in public service, business, nonprofit, and education sectors with practical skills, solutions, and expertise needed to navigate the complexity of contemporary public policy domains.
An adept communicator with an unmatched capacity to inspire and influence, you will engage across the University to bring together colleagues to deliver innovative educational and research programs, and convene multidisciplinary collaborations with external partners to address public policy challenges in areas of national and global significance.
The Executive Director will draw on their extensive networks across government, academia, industry, and community groups to ensure that the work delivered by the Institute is translated into real-world settings and achieves lasting and positive impact. With an outstanding record of achievement in public policy, demonstrated academic excellence, and thought leadership, you will play an instrumental role in driving the University's contribution to public policy innovation, excellence, and impact in Australia and beyond.
Your Qualifications and Experience:
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training, and experience.
- An outstanding record of leadership and achievement in public policy, whether in public service settings, research, as an elected representative, or other domain.
- A nationally recognized profile and extensive networks, including across public policy practitioners.
- A demonstrated record of leading collaborative initiatives at-scale within and among complex organizations.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to convene and influence across diverse groups.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW Australia is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Generous superannuation contributions
- Employee discounts
- A commitment to lifelong learning
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places, and Healthy Culture
Eligibility:
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW Australia.
The successful candidate will be required to work from the UNSW Canberra campus. To be successful, you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. UNSW Australia is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
How to Apply:
Please apply via our online recruitment system. In your application, please include your CV and a 2-page pitch addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.
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