"School Manager"

Job Description:

• School of Psychology
• Full-time fixed-term position for up to 5 years
• Based at our picturesque St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

The School of Psychology at The University of Queensland is seeking a dynamic and strategic School Manager to play a key leadership role in shaping the future of one of Australia’s leading psychology Schools.

As the senior professional leader within the School, you will provide high-level operational and strategic management across all areas of activity, from finance, human resources and student administration, through to business development, facilities, and compliance. Working in close partnership with the Head of School and the School Executive, you will contribute to strategic planning and drive initiatives that enhance performance, strengthen collaboration, and enable academic and research excellence.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to lead a high-performing professional team, influence the School’s long-term direction, and make a tangible impact within a world top-50 University.

For more information about this opportunity, please view the complete appointment booklet.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

About You

We are seeking an experienced, agile and highly motivated leader to manage the effective and efficient operations of the School of Psychology. This is a senior leadership role responsible for delivering a wide range of high-quality services in support of the school’s strategic priorities and objectives. As School Manager, you will supervise the operational functions of the school to ensure the organisational and financial sustainability of its core functions.

To this end, the successful candidate will possess a postgraduate degree in conjunction with relevant experience in a leadership role, preferably within a university setting, as well as clear, demonstrable experience acting independently and taking initiative with minimal direction. Advanced administrative and leadership capability will be critical to success in this role, as will high level communication and interpersonal skills.

Enquiries

If you’d like to have a confidential discussion please contact Professor Jolanda Jetten, Head of School at j.jetten@psy.uq.edu.au or Caitlin Savage, Principal Advisor, Talent Acquisition via talent@uq.edu.au.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section outlined in the Appointment Booklet

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check and education check.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory.

Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close: Tuesday 3 March at 11.00pm AEST (R-61595).