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Strategy & Planning Officer (Melbourne Law School)

Position Number: 0053835
Location:  Parkville
Role type:  Full-time; Continuing 
Faculty: Melbourne Law School
Salary: UoM 7 - $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super

  • Influence strategic direction
  • Apply now to play a crucial role in shaping the future of Melbourne Law School through strategic planning and analysis
  • Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment. 

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Your next career opportunity
As the Strategy & Planning Officer at Melbourne Law School, you'll have the opportunity to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence. You'll support the implementation of key projects, assist with business planning, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Your role will involve working closely with senior leadership, providing both qualitative and quantitative insights to inform critical decisions and shape the school's future.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Drive Strategic Alignment: Coordinate and monitor progress against strategic initiatives, support annual business planning, and assist with performance reviews.
  • Enhance Operational Efficiency: Assist in operational planning, maintain risk registers, and drive process improvements across the faculty.
  • Provide Data-Driven Insights: Analyse data, conduct research, and offer recommendations to support evidence-based decision-making.
  • Manage Key Projects: Develop project plans, ensure timely delivery of milestones, and continuously evaluate project performance.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a highly organised, self-motivated professional with strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a talent for managing multiple priorities in a dynamic academic environment.

You may also:

  • Possess a relevant degree with subsequent work experience or equivalent combination.
  • Demonstrate high-level quantitative and qualitative data literacy skills.
  • Have experience in project coordination and stakeholder management.
  • Excel in producing well-written reports, briefing notes, and presentations.
  • Be proficient in various computer applications, including project management software.
  • Thrive in building positive working relationships across diverse teams.
  • Adapt quickly to new systems and drive process improvements.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

  • Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
  • Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
  • Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
  • Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
  • Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – “Melbourne Law School ”
Melbourne Law School is Australia's first all-graduate law faculty. Melbourne Law School was the first faculty in Australia to teach law, and awarded this country's first law degrees. The Law School is now fully graduate with its Juris Doctor for admission to practice recognised as a high-level qualification in Australia and beyond. Coupled with the unrivalled excellence of the Melbourne Law Masters and its excellent Research Higher Degree programs, the Law School offers a unique opportunity for the integration of scholarship and teaching.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods.  To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au.  You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.

Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
  • The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Petra Newton via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Position Description

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