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Based at Curtin University''s vibrant Bentley campusCompetitive Salary Package | 5-Year Full time ContractLocation: Vibrant Bentley Campus, Curtin UniversityJob Reference: 974523Are you a visionary leader with extensive experience in strategic management and a passion for driving transformative change within higher education? Curtin University is seeking an exceptional General Manager to join our Faculty of Health Sciences and play a critical role in shaping the future of health sciences education and research.About the RoleThe General Manager will provide executive leadership and oversight of the operational business of the Faculty, ensuring that strategic decisions support and advance the Facultys teaching, learning, research, and engagement priorities. You will work closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor to shape the direction of the Faculty and will be responsible for leading the team in achieving Faculty and University objectives. Your leadership will be instrumental in cultivating a culture of innovation, inclusivity and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership: Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement long-term business plans and budgets aligned with Faculty and University goals. Anticipate and address emerging internal and external challenges to optimise Faculty performance. Continuously refine governance protocols to ensure robust decision-making and operational excellence.Operational Oversight: Lead the development and execution of operational strategies and practices that meet the Facultys objectives. Ensure optimal resource management and alignment with strategic priorities while collaborating with Facilities and Development to enhance space utilization and project delivery.Executive Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a key liaison with senior internal stakeholders (Finance, Student Services, Digital & Technology Solutions) and external partners, including accreditation bodies and industry advisory groups, ensuring seamless delivery of services and strategic alignment with University goals.People Leadership: Lead a high-performance, results-driven team while fostering a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and job satisfaction. Champion the development of staff, promoting continuous professional growth and a commitment to the University''s core values. Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and effective change management processes.Financial Stewardship & Risk Management: Oversee the Facultys financial sustainability, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and in line with strategic goals. Monitor and mitigate financial and operational risks, ensuring compliance with University policies and regulatory requirements.Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Drive a culture of quality assurance and continuous improvement, implementing best practices and fostering innovative approaches to decision-making and service delivery across the Faculty.Key Selection Criteria:Postgraduate Qualifications in a relevant discipline, with significant senior management experience overseeing large-scale operations, financial resources, and human capital in complex environments.Proven leadership experience in a large, multi-stakeholder organisation, demonstrating a track record of strategic planning, resource management, and delivering organisational outcomes.Expertise in leading transformative organisational change and driving sustainable business improvements.Exceptional people leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing teams across multiple functions.Advanced communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to build strong, effective relationships at all levels, internally and externally.Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, exercising sound judgement in high-stakes situations.Desirable: In-depth knowledge of the tertiary education sector, particularly in health sciences, is highly advantageous.Role Requirements:As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtins satisfaction.About Curtin UniversityWe are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - We Offer YouSituated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!Join Us!If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and provide the following documents:CVCover Letter outlining your interest and experienceA document addressing the selection criteria in the advertIf you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), or Abby Fox at abby.fox@curtin.edu.au, quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.Applications close: Thursday 10 April 2025Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr