DEPUTY DEAN, ACADEMIC

• Enhance academic quality and reputation in a new role

• Develop and execute ANZSOG research and program strategies

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture

About the organisation
Created by government for government, the Australia and New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG) works with member governments and universities to strengthen the quality of public sector leadership in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. ANZSOG provides unique government-focused education programs, thought leadership and research that meets the contemporary challenges faced by public services. With an exciting new structure under the leadership of Professor Caron Beaton-Wells, CEO and Dean, ANZSOG is set to deliver continued excellence and growth.

About the role
The Deputy Dean, Academic (DDA) will be integral to providing senior leadership and management to enhance the academic quality and reputation of the School, the experience of students, and the School’s impact on its members and community. This new role will execute the strategy and operations for the Academic portfolio to continually mature ANZSOG’s reputation of providing public value. With a deep understanding of research strategy, methodology and governance, and post-experience education programs (accredited and non-accredited), the DDA will develop a high performing team to drive impact, strengthen partnerships and manage stakeholder engagement in a complex and dynamic environment. Reporting to the CEO, the role is part of the Executive Team and will provide advice to the Board.

About you
You are an astute, proven leader with a nuanced understanding of the intersection between research, government and higher education. Your postgraduate teaching experience,  scholarship and academic leadership  is  deeply engaged with public administration, public policy or similar disciplines and you have a strong network across both academia and the public service.   With an outstanding publications record and affinity with applied research highly aligned with ANZSOG’s focus, you are skilled in analysis and influence based on evidence.  A proven leader, you inspire, motivate, and manage diverse teams and provide sound advice, in varied and useful formats. You delight in collaboration and in leading through others to create a culture of high performance and inclusiveness.  With finely balanced judgement and an ability to deliver on long and short term outcomes, you see research and education as critical in contributing to ANZSOG’s purpose of public leadership towards better government for better outcomes for people.

For more information, please review the Candidate Brief. Please submit your application in Microsoft Word format as per requirements covering your CV, and a concise cover letter, by 5 May 2024.  Direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to SHK.