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Duration:7-month fixed-term appointment - to commence late 2025Amplify your impact at a world top 50 UniversityBe surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover themThe OpportunityMonash University is seeking a dynamic and driven InterimChief Operating Officerto help lead the strategic management of operations of the Australia-Indonesia Centre. Working closely with the Executive Director, you will play a pivotal role in fostering collaborations with key stakeholders, both within and beyond Monash, to build alliances and secure funding opportunities, as well as leading the delivery of PAIR Sulawesi - a $12 million, four-year bilateral initiative overseeing research guidelines, implementation, evaluation, and risk management while strengthening networks with university partners to drive spin-off and scale-up funding initiatives.About YouTo succeed in this role, you will bring:Proven capability in leading operational excellence, with extensive experience overseeing budget, financial and resource planning to drive institutional efficiency and achieve organisational objectivesA track record of executive-level leadership, with proven success in managing staff development, performance, resource allocation and strategic outcomes within complex institutionsDeep experience building and maintaining partnerships with senior university leadership, government stakeholders, legal and finance teams across international education and research settingsStrong governance and stakeholder engagement capability, demonstrated through leadership of high-level advisory boards, government committees and multi-university consortiaDemonstrated ability to identify and secure new funding and program grants, ensuring financial sustainability and scaling initiatives for long-term impactWhy Join UsBe part of a multidisciplinary and multi-institutional centre with global impact and reachInfluence strategic direction at the executive levelHelp drive the development of real-world solutions to shared challenges in health, food, energy and infrastructureOperate within a supportive, purpose-driven team culture where innovation, collaboration and strategic thinking are highly valuedPlease note: this position is to commence late 2025.About Monash UniversityAt Monash , work feels different. Theres a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground-breaking a place where great things happen.Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities -#ChangeIt with us.Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents .Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities,neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at (emailprotected) in an email titled ''Reasonable Adjustments Request'' for a confidential discussion.Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.Enquiries:Mr Paul Sabo, Chief of Staff, Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (International) and Senior Vice-President, +61 437 644 615Applications Close: Sunday 27 July 2025,11:55pm AESTUnlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchEducation & Training More than 10,000 employeesAt Monash, work feels different. Theres a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone''s contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.At Monash, work feels different. Theres a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone''s contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.What can I earn as a Chief Operating Officer #J-18808-Ljbffr