Job Reference: 1258669
Curtin University is seeking an experienced and highly qualified leader for
our Business Continuity & Resilience function within the Risk, Compliance, and
Audit team. This critical role is ideal for a senior professional with
extensive experience in crisis management and business continuity, ready to
make a substantial impact on our institutional capability.
As the Manager, Business Continuity & Resilience, you will develop and
oversee sophisticated business continuity requirements, setting industry
standards and driving strategic innovation. Your role will involve creating
strategies and managing critical relationships with internal stakeholders and
external service providers to embed rigor and a mature focus on continuity and
resilience for Curtin University.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Advisory: Provide expert consultancy to senior leaders and
colleagues on high-level risk management and continuity strategies.
Framework Development: Lead the creation and execution of advanced
business continuity and crisis management plans, integrating best
practices and driving continuous improvement.
Risk Analysis: Monitor and adapt to emerging risks, ensuring the
success of our operational effectiveness strategies.
Provider Management: Oversee service providers, ensuring high-quality
service delivery to meet Curtin's broad organisational needs.
Who we're looking for:
Qualifications and Experience: Possess relevant qualifications with
extensive senior-level experience in business continuity, crisis
management, or a closely related field. Proven success in leading and
implementing resilience frameworks for a large and complex organisation.
Leadership Skills: Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated
ability to guide teams and manage complex incidents, ensuring operational
continuity and swift recovery.
Advanced Communication : Demonstrated effective communication in
command-and-control crisis management, delegation, stakeholder engagement
in pressure situations and report writing.
Proven Adaptability: Highly adaptable with a proven ability to excel
in dynamic environments, responding to evolving challenges with strategic
acumen.
Work Requirements:
Must have current work rights in Australia matching the tenure of the
role.
Based in Perth, WA. Relocation and sponsorship support are not available.
Join us!
Ready to drive excellence in business continuity? Apply now to join Curtin
University and lead our efforts in enhancing institutional resilience.
Please apply with your cover letter, and your CV to allow us to assess your
suitability for this role.
Applications close: 10:00am AWST Thursday 19 September 2024
About us
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working
together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative
research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one
another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life.
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art
gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including
a supermarket.
We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering generous
superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking
after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and
personal development opportunities.
For more information about our university, please visit www. curtin.edu.au
.
What we offer
Global Excellence: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one
percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
Adaptable Work Environment: While our primary office is located at our
Bentley Campus, we understand the importance of flexibility in today's
work environment. Hybrid working arrangements are provided in accordance
with business needs.
Salary Packaging: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation
contribution (17%) and customisable salary packaging benefits through
Paywise.
Competitive Leave Entitlements: Experience the added value of 17.5%
Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional
leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver),
Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Curtin University
Leave (2 days), Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus, access
to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65
days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
Career and Development Opportunities: In line with our 2030 Strategic
Plan, Curtin is committed to providing an inspiring, rewarding, and
meaningful experience for our staff -empowering them to lead, innovate and
strive for excellence. We provide staff with career and development
opportunities, including access to various online and in-person training
and info-sessions.
Health and Wellness: Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin
staff and students. Join Curtin's Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2
hours per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy
lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin's wellbeing locations at
https: // tinyurl.com/mtyf3vad.
Disclaimer
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is
subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background,
integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction. At Curtin, we are
committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also
require you to have a current Working With Children Check.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please
contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference
number.
Please note we will not be engaging with recruitment agencies at this time.
