Director, Institute Operations - Sustainable Minerals Institute

College Majors

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
On-site
Operational leadership
Complex organisations
Strategic priorities
The University of Queensland's Sustainable Minerals Institute is seeking a Director of Institute Operations to lead and manage operations, ensuring strategic priorities are met in a dynamic research environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex organizations, preferably within a university or research setting, and possess strong leadership and operational skills

Job Summary

  • The Director, Institute Operations plays a pivotal role in shaping the success of the Sustainable Minerals Institute by translating strategy into action and ensuring the Institute operates with clarity, rigour and purpose.
  • Leading a diverse portfolio of professional services, including business management, finance, marketing and communications, safety, and administration, you will play a central role in connecting people, processes and priorities to ensure the Institute operates effectively and cohesively.
  • Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

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The University of Queensland's Sustainable Minerals Institute is seeking a Director of Institute Operations to lead and manage operations, ensuring strategic priorities are met in a dynamic research environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex organizations, preferably within a university or research setting, and possess strong leadership and operational skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • operational leadership
  • complex organisations
  • strategic priorities
  • operational excellence
  • externally engaged environment
  • diverse portfolio of professional services

Nice-to-have

  • calm and considered leadership style
  • influencing diverse stakeholders
  • driving outcomes across multiple priorities
  • strategic insight with practical execution
  • inclusive, collaborative culture

Key Requirements

  • extensive experience in complex organisations
  • strong understanding of academic environments
  • proven track record leading large, multi-functional teams
  • managing substantial budgets, resources, and governance frameworks
  • supporting externally focused research activity
  • industry partnerships
  • contract-heavy portfolios

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights

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