CareerPlan

Chief Operating Officer

Callaghan, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-10-22

Core

Overseeing resources, operations, and infrastructure of a global top 1% university to enable strategic priorities including campus reimagining, student experience, and community service.

Role type

Senior executive Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Builds

Operating environment for a university's strategic plan

Domain

Higher Education / Public Sector

Required skills

Resource management, inclusive leadership, strategic planning, financial services oversight, infrastructure management, human resource services leadership, digital technology services leadership, risk management, stakeholder engagement, external board representation

Preferred skills

Experience in large complex values-led organisations, ability to mobilise large professional teams, advocacy skills

Responsibilities

Oversee resources, operations, and infrastructure of the University and its campuses; Represent the University on external boards and committees; Embed a culture of innovation, collaboration, and service

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC