• Three-year fixed-term; possibility of renewal, with a continuing professorial position in one of the Faculty's disciplines.
• Executive salary.
• Relocation assistance provided
• Applicants must have full time work rights for the term of the contract.

The University of New England (UNE), Armidale is a regionally based, globally networked university that is renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education. Currently there are over 26,000 students (84% of whom are distance/online students) and approximately 1,200 academic and general staff.

The UNE decadal strategic plan, Future Fit 2021-2030, has been developed to guide the University to deliver on its enduring vision to support the aspirations of individuals in communities, and communities within regions, in a digital age.

 

About the Faculty

UNE comprises three faculties: The Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education; the Faculty of Medicine and Health; and the Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law (SABL). SABL is a diverse and multidisciplinary faculty with world class research facilities that enable unique and innovative cross-disciplinary collaborations between scientists, researchers, and academics to deliver outstanding education and practical learning. We have a proud and long-standing history of excellence in online education, and we continue to spearhead national student experience rankings such as the Good Universities Guide.

 

The Deputy Dean is primarily responsible for supporting the Dean in the provision of academic direction and operational management within the Faculty, and oversight of Faculty operations, planning, performance and quality management. The Deputy Dean reports to the Dean of the Faculty and operates under their broad direction. This role is based in Armidale. The appointment will be for three years in the first instance with possibility of renewal, with a substantive underlying professorial position in one of the Faculty's disciplines.

The Deputy Dean will coordinate operations and liaise closely with the Dean, Associate Deans and Faculty Coordinator on Faculty direction, strategic and management matters. The Deputy Dean will also work collaboratively with management in the other two Faculties and Integrated Services Units, and deputise for the Dean as required.

The Deputy Dean will work very closely with senior resource, professional and technical staff within the Faculty and in the integrated services model to ensure resilient, timely and efficient systems and processes. The role operates within the policy, regulations and framework of the University, ensuring the human, physical and financial resources of the Faculty are effectively deployed and operationally managed. The Deputy Dean will be a member of the Faculty Executive.

 

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

1. Relevant qualifications in one of the Faculty's disciplinary areas and an outstanding record of academic leadership and achievement at Professorial level.
2. Demonstrated excellence in strategic people leadership and management with evidenced performance improvement across a complex Faculty.
3. Demonstrated experience developing and leading a positive culture in the workplace.
4. Excellent liaison and interpersonal skills with the ability to foster relationships and partnerships that extend and develop the diverse activities of the Faculty.
5. A demonstrated record of innovation, achievement and quality improvement in a broad range of academic areas.
6. A comprehensive understanding of the policy context of the higher education sector in terms of academic quality, diversity and flexibility (including the student context) and research excellence and of developments at national Government and international levels. Also an understanding of the context of regional and rural Australia.

 

Living in Armidale you will experience the best of both city and rural living. Enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle with access to shopping, gourmet food, top sporting facilities and cultural delights, all for a fraction of the price you¿d expect to pay in a major city. You can live in the heart of Armidale or experience the tranquillity of the New England countryside on a rural property. To find out more visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience.

 

Enquiries and additional information

As the Faculty aims to increase the number of women in leadership roles, female candidates are particularly invited to apply for this role.

To discuss this role please contact Professor Birgit Loch, Dean SABL, via phone 02 6772 5438,

or email dean-sabl@une.edu.au

 

Closing Date:  Midnight, Sunday, 12 February 2023

Reference No:  222335

 

To Apply

Please submit the following documents by clicking the Apply Now button below:

1. A maximum two-page cover letter outlining who you are, your strengths and qualifications, and why you are interested in this role;
2. A current resume containing details of three referees. At least one referee should have a thorough knowledge of your work over the past two years as your manager, or supervisor; and
3. Responses to the above selection criteria, explaining how you best meet these requirements, using examples based on previous performance/experience which clearly explains your level of involvement; what you did, how, why, with whom, and what the outcomes were. In preparing your application you should refer to the attributes described in Core Capabilities within the attached brochure.

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Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.

Equity principles underpin all UNE policies and procedures. As a University committed to engaging a diverse workforce, UNE encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  

 

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