• An exciting role leading the commercialisation, funding and development plans of a new governance centre addressing complex challenges at the intersection of business, society, and politics.
• A small team big on collaboration, with extensive industry connections and engagement with senior business figures in Australia, the US, UK and EU.
• Full time, 2 year fixed term role at our North Sydney campus with some hybrid flexibility.
• ACU offers 17% employer superannuation, salary packaging and generous leave provisions.

About the role:

Operating within Governance and Public Affairs Centre, the Business Lead is a highly innovative and entrepreneurially oriented position leading the commercialisation strategy and revenue-raising activities supporting the newly established Governance and Public Affairs Centre (GPAC) at ACU. The position will be responsible for developing and leading growth plans across a mix of revenue streams and sources to ensure financial milestones are achieved and ongoing GPAC sustainability is secured and enhanced. The role will maintain and expand extensive strategic networks and relationships to further the reputation and standing of the Centre. The role will work in close collaboration with the Academic Lead, GPAC in identifying, coordinating and project-managing research and industry-related engagement opportunities. It will also work closely with key internal ACU staff from Finance and Human Resources to effectively and efficiently progress and capitalise on ongoing business opportunities. The role reports to the Director, GPAC and will work closely with them to maintain a range of key strategic networks and relationships with both internal (ACU) and external stakeholders and partners, including industry leaders, government agencies, grant-makers and philanthropists. The position has considerable scope to be shaped by the person and the occupant will play a crucial role in shaping GPAC's growth trajectory and ambitious objectives.

Contact:

General enquiries can be sent to Patrick Langrell, Director, Governance and Public Affairs Centre at: [email protected]

What we offer:

• The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement.
• Total remuneration valued to $155,781 - $166,226 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $131,673 - $140,601 (pro rata) pa (HEW 9), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. A 2.8% increase will be effective from the beginning of the last full pay period before 30 June 2025.
• 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff.
• Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date.
• As an ACU staff member, you will have access to generous benefits which include but not limited to: flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging. Find out more information about the benefits or working at ACU here.

How to Apply:

Step 1: Download and Review the full Position Description and become familiar with Our Mission and the Application process

Step 2: Click the 'View Position Description and Apply' button, and populate your candidate application details, including your:

• resume (maximum 5 pages).
• responses to the Selection Criteria and Core Competencies in a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) or in the online Declaration and Criteria application page.
• brief online responses to any pre-screening employment questions.

Applications close: 23-MAR-2025 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time

Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position. For permanent/ continuing roles, applicants must have permanent work rights. For further information visit Immigration and Citizenship(homeaffairs.gov.au)

Your Privacy of personal information is maintained in accordance with ACU policy. For more details visit: www.acu.edu.au/careers

ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. This is underpinned by our mission and values, grounded in our respect for all people and the advancement of the common good. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact [email protected] to discuss your requirements in confidence.

About ACU:

Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,500 staff supporting more than 34,000 students across eight campuses - Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown and Rome.

ACU aspires to be a home for our staff, offer the care of a family and develop an academic and professional community. Whatever your faith or culture, and whether you are academic or professional staff, there are many opportunities both for learning and contributing at ACU.

As valued members of our community, all staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU's mission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them.

ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.

For additional advice or information please see the links below: >* ACU's Privacy Policy >* How to apply - Applicant User Guide >* Why work at ACU >* How we support diversity and equal oppurtunity >* Check out our campuses and other facilities

For additional advice or information please see the links below: >* ACU's Privacy Policy >* How to apply - Applicant User Guide >* Why work at ACU >* How we support diversity and equal oppurtunity >* Check out our campuses and other facilities

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