Organisation : Western Sydney University
Location : Sydney (Parramatta)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Education & Training
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $123,468 to $131,853 p.a.
Application closing date : 24 Apr, 2018
About the organisation
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located at the heart of Australia’s fastest growing and economically significant Western Sydney region. Boasting 10 campuses – many in CBD locations – and more than 170,000 alumni, 44,000 students and 3000 staff, the University has 10 Schools with an array of well-designed programs and courses carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry.
The University is ranked in the top two per cent of Universities worldwide and as a research leader, 80 per cent of the University’s assessed research is rated at ‘World Standard’ or above.
About the role
Bold. Inspiring. Change Maker.
The Whitlam Institute within Western Sydney University holds a unique place in the national landscape as a Prime Ministerial institute with significant public policy, civic engagement, cultural, historical and heritage responsibilities under the one roof.
These are exciting times for the Institute. We are looking for someone special to join our leadership team in the new role of Policy and Research Manager, as we pursue Gough’s vision of a more equal, open, tolerant and independent Australia.
The next stage of the Institute’s development is enhanced policy research and impact. We are recruiting a Policy and Research Manager to build the strategic direction of the Institute’s policy research and engagement. The position will develop the Institute’s policy networks, partnerships, dialogue, and impact locally and in the broader national debate.
This is a senior position within the Whitlam Institute working closely with the Director and other members of the management team in the strategic development and management of the Whitlam Institute, deputising for the Director as required.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position until 20th September 2021, based at the Parramatta Campus.
Remuneration Package: HEW Level 9 – $123,468 to $131,853 per annum (comprising salary $111,391 to $118,956, plus 9.5% Superannuation, plus Leave Loading).
Position Enquiries: Ms Leanne Smith, Director, Whitlam Institute, leanne.m.smith@westernsydney.edu.au or (02) 9685 9510.
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Tuesday 24 April 2018
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Policy and Research Manager, The Whitlam Institute via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Education_and_Training
