Associate Dean (Indigenous Strategy and Services)
About the opportunity
The University of Sydney Business School is dedicated to fostering impactful management knowledge to cultivate prosperous, sustainable organisations for an inclusive society. The school is ranked in the top 1% of business schools worldwide.
In line with our Strategy, which emphasises innovation, responsible management, sustainability, and inclusive prosperity, the school is committed to learning from and collaborating with Australia's First Peoples for a better social and economic future.
As part of the strategic initiatives, The University of Sydney Business School is seeking to appoint an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individual to the role of Associate Dean (Indigenous Strategy and Services). This pivotal appointment signifies our dedication to Indigenous self-determination through academic leadership and aligns with our goal of integrating First Nations perspectives and experiences into our educational and research endeavours for societal impact.
The key responsibilities for this position include contributing to the academic activities of the Business School through teaching and research and leading the implementation of First Nations Strategic Initiatives by increasing the numbers of First Nations students and staff, enhancing cultural competence, and Indigenising the curriculum. The role also involves developing the Business School's profile and relationships by fostering connections with the First Nations business sector and communities through collaborative programs and strategic engagement.
Additionally, the position requires chairing the University of Sydney Business School Indigenous Strategy and Services committee, contributing to key committees, and supporting broader university First Nations strategies.
About you
This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
The successful candidate will hold a PhD and identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
- a network of established relationships with key Indigenous communities, industry and professional and academic institutions.
- an understanding of governance, policy and compliance frameworks and the ability to translate strategy into operational plans and processes.
- experience in people leadership and management ideally within the higher education/knowledge worker sector or large complex organisations.
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