Expressions of interest for Executive Director role

The Executive Director is the senior leadership role for the Australian Academy of the Humanities. The Director leads, inspires and drives the organisation to deliver on the strategic direction agreed to by the Council and supports innovation in the way the strategic plan is achieved.

As well as managing the overall performance and financial sustainability of the organisation, the Executive Director must harness support from key stakeholders and build a strong organisational culture based on the organisation’s core values.

The Executive Director has executive responsibility for all functions including: • Policy, strategy and planning • Advocacy, relationship/stakeholder management • Council and governance • Program management and development • Financial management and administration • Communications and engagement • Leadership and culture

This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced leader or emerging talent who is agile, embraces challenges and opportunities and is passionate about the role of the humanities in our national future.

The Executive Director is supported by a small team of professionals, committed to the delivery of the vision and purpose of the Academy.

As the leader of the Academy team, you will:

• Enjoy being part of a dynamic team committed to promoting excellence and leadership in the humanities and arts in Australia
• Gain opportunities for professional growth and development, and support through flexible work practices
• Work with some of the nation’s leading humanities and arts researchers and practitioners
• Play a central role in the life of a respected and trusted Australian institution

Other benefits

• Subsidised city parking
• Up to 17% superannuation
• Options to salary sacrifice
• Flexible working hours
• Additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Generous employee assistance program 

About you

We’re looking for someone who is seeking the opportunity to play a key leadership role in informing, connecting and inspiring the humanities community.

To be successful in this position you’ll have:

• Outstanding people leadership capability
• Strong collaboration and superior interpersonal skills
• Deep knowledge of and commitment to issues facing the humanities.
• Skills in building non-partisan support across the political spectrum and effective government relations with demonstrated impact.
• Demonstrated success in growing an organisation’s revenue base
• Strong and confident communicator
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Excellent priority-setting and organisational skills

Experience and Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in a relevant institution (for example, a not-for-profit or public institution) including working with a Board to establish organisational goals, strategies and KPIs
• Experience working with government, in policy development, including coordinating strategic national projects
• Demonstrated expertise with higher education and research

How to apply

To apply please provide a CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role with reference to the selection criteria. Please submit your application as a single PDF to president@humanities.org.au

Applications close: 29 July 2022

For a confidential discussion to obtain further information regarding the role please contact: president@humanities.org.au

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.

The Australian Academy of the Humanities values social and cultural diversity and is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. The Academy supports and promotes flexible work practices.

Executive Director position description (PDF, 208kB)

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