Chief Operating Officer - Mathquest

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Camperdown, Australia
Not specified
Extensive senior leadership experience
Strategic and operational financial management
Proven experience leading professional staff
The University of Sydney is seeking a Chief Operating Officer for the ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematics for Quantum Era Security and Trust (MathQuEST) located in Camperdown, Australia. This full-time, fixed-term leadership role requires significant experience in managing financial and operational functions within complex organizations, with a strong focus on strategic execution and stakeholder engagement

Job Summary

  • The ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematics for Quantum Era Security and Trust is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer.
  • You will translate strategy into effective operations and ensure the Centre delivers on its ambitious objectives.
  • The role shapes an inclusive organisational culture and capability across multiple universities and partner organisations.

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The University of Sydney is seeking a Chief Operating Officer for the ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematics for Quantum Era Security and Trust (MathQuEST) located in Camperdown, Australia. This full-time, fixed-term leadership role requires significant experience in managing financial and operational functions within complex organizations, with a strong focus on strategic execution and stakeholder engagement.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • extensive senior leadership experience
  • strategic and operational financial management
  • proven experience leading professional staff

Nice-to-have

  • strong strategic thinking skills
  • excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • ability to operate effectively in ambiguity

Key Requirements

  • postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
  • demonstrated expertise in budget development
  • must be an Australian Citizen

Work Rights

Must have Australian citizenship

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