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Shape the future with heart, vision and thoughtful leadership
UC Level 10, Salary Range $141,713 pa - $146,623 pa + Super
Full Time, Continuing Opportunity
About us:
UC has curiosity, ambition and inclusiveness at its core. We challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. Our place-based commitment ensures that we visibly serve Canberra’s community and the surrounding region with impact on the nation. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).
About this Role:
We are seeking a highly capable and strategic Faculty Manager to support the Executive Dean in leading the Faculty's finance, operations, and professional staff functions. This pivotal role provides strategic leadership across areas including data analysis, reporting, facilities management, education, research, business development, and operational alignment.
About you
Extensive knowledge of university financial systems and budget processes
Proven line management and project management experience
Strong ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
Confidence to operate independently and alongside senior leadership
A strategic mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Deep understanding of student revenue models and their impact on financial health
A relevant qualification (highly regarded)
About the role:
Develop and implement strategic and operational plans
Lead, develop, and manage performance of professional staff teams
Oversee faculty budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, including student load and market share
Drive business process improvement and external relations activities
Collaborate with academics, researchers, and managers to align operations with academic priorities
Work with the Research Manager to support research grants strategy and compliance
Assist in managing HR policy implementation and workload allocations
Foster a culture of collaboration and clear communication across the Faculty and with external partners
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as flexible, family-friendly policies, on site gym, on site medical services, a supermarket and childcare facilities.
Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access, and the ambitious goals of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Strategic Plan are designed to ensure that our Indigenous students and staff flourish in a welcoming and culturally safe environment. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.
To be considered for this position, please submit your CV along with a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria and outlines your suitability for the role. We also encourage you to align your CV with the Position Description, clearly highlighting how your skills and experience meet the specific requirements of the position.
If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission. The successful applicant will be subject to a police check as one of their pre-employment requirements.
For job specific information: please contact Professor Rachel Gibson, Faculty of Health Executive Dean @ Deanofhealth@canberra.edu.au
Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 3 August 2025
