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2 University of South Australia 73 % o f ac a d emic staff now hold a PhD, ranked number 10 in Australia (Department of Education, 2014) UniSA is the highest ranked university in Australia for international diversity o f i t s academic staff, and 7th in the world (QS World Rankings, 2014) Youngest Australian university to be ranked in top 50 under 50 years (Times Higher Education, 2015) more than 86% of assessed research deemed to be world-class or above (Excellence in Research for Australia, 2012) UniSA is the only SA partner of the Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience (Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience) Among the top 3% of more than 10,000 institutions worldwide (QS World Rankings, 2014) Jeffrey Smart Building 1

3 Welcome from the Vice Chancellor and President...3 About UniSA...4 Crossing the Horizon Strategic Action Plan...5 Our Vision, Mission and Values...6 Welcome from the Pro Vice Chancellor (Business and Law)... 7 UniSA Business School...8 School of Marketing...9 Position Description...10 How to Apply...14 Culture at UniSA...15 Diversity at UniSA...16 Living in Adelaide

4 Welcome from the Vice Chancellor and President The University of South Australia is an innovative, outward-looking institution known for its strong and engaged research and its experientially-based teaching and learning that is conducted in close collaboration with business, industry, government and the professions. In recent years, the University has maintained a strong upward trajectory across a number of key indicators and is ranked among the world s top 50 young universities in a number of high-profile global indices. It also continues to play an increasingly important role in local, national and global communities. Among our core principles is a commitment to both excellence and equity, founded on the belief that true equity can only be achieved by enabling greater access to high quality opportunities. Our approach to teaching and learning emphasises the achievement of graduate qualities, student-centred learning and flexible program delivery, and we focus on collaborative research in multidisciplinary teams. We have redeveloped many of our teaching spaces to include high-tech facilities for active learning, simulation and student interaction. Our new student learning centre at City West campus provides students with a range of state-of-the-art learning spaces designed to accommodate different learning styles. At a global level, we are committed to international education activities and alumni, graduates who are equipped to meet the demands and expectations of the worldwide workforce, significant and developing international research relationships, a culturally diverse staff, and increasing student mobility. Perhaps most importantly, at the heart of our performance and aspirations is a team of outstanding, dedicated, culturally diverse people who ensure that the University of South Australia remains a dynamic, engaging environment in which to work and study. With best wishes Professor David Lloyd Vice Chancellor and President 3

5 About UniSA The University of South Australia is a young and agile institution solving today s challenges by educating tomorrow s professionals. As a University of Enterprise, our efforts are focused on providing economic and social benefits to the nation and the world. Formed in 1991 and built on more than 150 years of creating and applying knowledge, the University has quickly established a global reputation for the quality and creativity of its graduates and the innovative, outcomes-focused relevance of its research. Our global reputation continues to grow. In 2015 the Times Higher Education (THE) ranked the University in the world s top 100 institutions under the age of 50. In the same year, QS World University Rankings placed UniSA in the world s top 350, one of only three Australian institutions under the age of 25 to feature in that world s best list. As South Australia s largest university we have almost 35,000 students, of which approximately 9,000 are international students. The University offers approximately 400 undergraduate and postgraduate programs, both on and off campus, across 17 schools and the UniSA College. These are located within the University s four academic divisions: > > UniSA Business School (includes the School of Law) > > Division of Education, Arts and Social Sciences > > Division of Information Technology, Engineering and the Environment > > Division of Health Sciences UniSA maintains a strong commitment to teaching and learning, and ranks in the top 10 nationally for the proportion of staff with a doctorate (73 percent compared to a national average of 64 percent). In addition, our MBA program is one of only three in Australia to have held a five-star rating for 6 consecutive years (as awarded by the Graduate Management Association of Australia) and in the 2014 International Student Barometer the University s overall average rating was in the top ten of participating Australian institutions. At UniSA we have university-supported research institutes and centres, as well as a range of committed research groups and individuals undertaking worldleading research across a range of priority areas including sustainability, health and medical research, defence and security, minerals processing, environment, cancer, telecommunications, choice, marketing science, advanced manufacturing, materials science and social science research. The University is a participant in eleven Cooperative Research Centres and in major national and statebased initiatives. A hallmark of the University s research is the close, collaborative engagement with many industry, government, collegiate and community partners, which ensures that our research outcomes are relevant to end-users and that the questions asked reflect real-world issues. With campuses in the heart of Adelaide and metropolitan areas of Mawson Lakes and Magill, as well as Whyalla and the Mount Gambier Regional Centre, the university provides opportunities to students from a wide range of geographic, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Additionally, a $1 billion-plus building program is currently being implemented to further enhance our physical and virtual infrastructure. University dimensions. Annual Operating Budget Approx $A600 million Total University Assets Approx $A1.5 billion Research Income (DIISRTE Categories 1-4) Approx $A67 million Students Approx 35,000 (4,600 studying offshore) Academic Staff 1,477 full-time equivalent* Professional Staff 1,587 full-time equivalent* *Includes casual staff 4

6 Crossing the Horizon: our Strategic Action Plan The University of South Australia s vision for the next five years has been captured in the Crossing the Horizon Strategic Plan. By 2018, we will be a university which engages fully with the professions and industry globally. Our research will continue to be informed, leading edge and relevant, and our graduates will be the new professionals driving the national and international economy through their skills, capabilities and innovation potential. A key action of Crossing the Horizon is the appointment of 100 new professors to lead and make a distinguished contribution to the academic and research leadership of the university. Our commitment to the future. During the lifespan of this action plan, we commit to deliver: > > Enhanced educational offerings and an outstanding student experience; > > Industry and end-user informed research, supporting an industry-relevant curriculum; > > Increased staffing in the classroom and increased efficiencies beyond; > > Transformational infrastructure, enriching the fabric of our institution; > > Engagement with society beyond the classroom and campus; > > A globally visible and engaged university with international reach, collaborations, enduring relationships and leverage; and > > A move towards l a powerful internal and external service culture, supporting and enabling greater success. For more information visit unisa.edu.au/crossingthehorizon 5

7 University of Enterprise O U R VISION UniSA will be a leading contributor to Australia having the best higher education system in the world, supporting the world s best educated and most innovative, cohesive and sustainable society. O U R MISSION UniSA educates professionals and citizens to the highest standards; creates and disseminates knowledge; and engages with our communities to address the major issues of our time. O U R VALUES Scholarship UniSA promotes and sustains open intellectual enquiry characterised by high standards of ethics and integrity. Academic rigour, excellence and relevance underpin our actions in research and its application, in teaching and learning and in engagement with our communities. Engagement UniSA s teaching and research connects strongly with the issues of our local, national and international stakeholders - students, alumni, staff, partners, professions, government, industry, academic peers and community groups. Social justice UniSA gives effect to reconciliation with Indigenous Australians and builds social cohesion by achieving equitable educational access and outcomes across our diverse student community, through research that aims to improve the quality of life and by acting responsibly as a corporate citizen. Sustainability UniSA contributes to environmentally, economically, socially and culturally sustainable development, and we aim to reduce our own environmental impact. Innovation UniSA anticipates change and acts quickly to seize opportunities and solve problems. Openness UniSA is outward looking, welcoming diversity and the wide range of perspectives it brings, international in outlook, collaborative, creative, agile and enterprising. 6

8 WELCOME From the Pro Vice Chancellor (Business and Law) UniSA Business School Welcome to the University of South Australia Business School, one of Australia s premier business schools. We are one of only eight Australian business schools accredited by EQUIS - the EFMD Quality Improvement System. First accredited in 2004, we have held this prestigious international accreditation longer than any other Australian business school. This accreditation acknowledges our sustained commitment to excellence, embodied by a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and enterprise, our strong corporate connections and our global orientation. The mission of the UniSA Business School is to excel in its development of graduates for global professional careers, and support for business success and sustainable economic development, through applied research and education. There is a strong and dynamic culture of academic scholarship and achievement in the UniSA Business School. Our researchers investigate many different aspects of business and management, creating knowledge that is immediately useful to the community. We are renowned for our concentration of global thought-leaders and academic experts in the areas of marketing science, applied economics, management, tourism and international business. Leading-edge applied research informs our curriculum, resulting in outstanding teaching and learning outcomes. Each year, around 8000 students from around the world choose to study at the UniSA Business School, either at our Adelaide CBD campus, online, or in Hong Kong or Singapore through our collaborative partnerships with local providers. Our programs are professionally and internationally recognised, and equip our graduates for professional careers and global citizenship. The UniSA Business School is also transforming the futures of small to medium enterprises (SMEs) both locally and across Australia through the work of its Centre for Business Growth. Intensive growth programs provide executives with the knowledge, tools, and expertise they need to develop as leaders, accelerate company growth, and compete in a globally competitive marketplace. The UniSA Business School faculty comprises world-class scholars, educators and professionals we look forward to working with you. Regards Professor Marie Wilson Professor Marie Wilson Pro Vice Chancellor (Business and Law) UniSA Business School 7

9 UniSA Business S c h o o l The UniSA Business School is a comprehensive Business School, known for excellence in research, and in teaching and learning, and has strong links with business and community sectors. The UniSA Business School offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees by coursework and by research. The Australian Federal Government s most recent Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) assessment determined that the UniSA Business School s research is world-class in the broad field of Commerce, Management, Tourism and Services, and in the specific fields of Applied Economics; Business and Management; and Marketing. The UniSA Business School has the highest ranked MBA in South Australia, and one of the top-rated MBAs in Australia. The UniSA Business School MBA was ranked fourth overall in Australia in the 2013 Australian Financial Review BOSS survey of MBA alumni, conducted every two years. It is one of only four MBAs in Australia to have been awarded Top Ten status in each survey since the inception of the BOSS rankings in It has maintained a five-star rating for its MBA for seven consecutive years, awarded by the Graduate Management Association of Australia. 8

10 the school of Marketing The School of Marketing is one of Australia s largest Schools of Marketing and offers both undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees in Marketing, and also collaborates with the University s School of Communication, International Studies and Languages to offer a joint degree in Marketing and Communications. The School has approximately 1000 coursework students and 30 research students. The School is home to three leading research clusters- the internationally renowned Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science, the Institute for Choice and the Centre for Digital Video Intelligence. The Centre for Digital Video Intelligence, launched in June 2015, is a large-scale, independent, media science research centre established to facilitate growth in the online video sector. Its core purpose is to translate ad:tech research into tangible insights that maximise return on digital spend. Its research agenda focuses on big questions about content creation, mechanisms for distribution and platform impact. The Centre works with a range of stakeholders including sharing platforms, content developers and ad networks, and brands. The Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science boasts the single largest concentration of marketing science researchers in the Southern Hemisphere. The Institute s research into consumer behaviour is directly sponsored by leading international marketing companies such as Coca Cola, Pepsico, Procter & Gamble, Unilever, BP, Kraft, General Motors, Lion Nathan, Carlton United Breweries, the Australian Grape and Wine Authority and many others. The Institute also conducts a substantial amount of contract research for industry, including qualitative work, internet surveys and modelling work, and regularly wins large government grants. The Institute for Choice, based in Sydney, is a multi-disciplinary team of choice modelling specialists with expertise in understanding and modelling human decision-making in the economic valuation of market and non-market goods, in consumer and business-to-business behaviours and business professionals. 9

11 P O S I T I O N DESCRIPTION Head of school School of Marketing, UniSA Business School > > City West Campus > > Full time, 3 year renewable fixed term contract as Head of School > > Full time, continuing substantive appointment at Academic Level E 10

12 PURPOSE OF POSITION The Head of School is responsible for the leadership and management of the School of Marketing (the School) in fulfilment of the University s vision, mission and goals. This involves facilitating research, ensuring quality teaching and learning, and fostering a dynamic, engaged and enterprising culture within the School. In particular, the Head of School provides academic leadership to: ensure that the School develops and maintains a strong identity and a clear academic direction. maintain an active research culture in the School. ensure that the School s programs meet students and employers expectations in terms of content and quality, and are well regarded by academic peers and professional bodies. maintain close professional and community links. The Head of School will lead and support appropriate strategies for research, teaching, international and external engagement. The position requires representation of the School within the UniSA Business School and the University, and the development and management of strategic partnerships and collaborations with other educational institutions, external communities and stakeholders. The Head of School is responsible for ensuring that the staff and student representatives of the School are well informed of the University s local, national and international operating environment through the School Board, and are thoroughly familiar with the strategic plans and development priorities of the UniSA Business School and University. The Head of School is responsible for the financial and operational management of the School, under delegated authority from the Vice Chancellor. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS The Head of School will have a range of key relationships within the University, including: 1. Divisional Pro Vice Chancellor The Head of School reports to the Pro Vice Chancellor (Business and Law), UniSA Business School. 2. Academic Staff and Professional Staff All academic staff within the School of Marketing report to the Head of School. All professional staff within the School of Marketing report to the School Manager. The School Manager reports to the Head of School. 4. UniSA Business School Executive The Head of School is a member of the UniSA Business School Executive which comprises UniSA Business School senior leaders including the Pro Vice Chancellor (Business and Law), Heads of Schools, Deans and Directors. The Head of School will work closely with all members of the Business School Executive to ensure the development and execution of strategy. Key Challenges Ensure sustainable growth of the School in an increasingly competitive environment Adapt rapidly to the changing context of the School and leverage new strategic opportunities Attract, develop and retain leading scholars and outstanding educators Increase the quantity and quality of research publications from staff of the School Increase the research profile of the School, through competitive grants and high impact projects Foster high quality student and staff engagement in the teaching programs of the School Increase the level of industry engagement in the teaching and research programs of the School. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Academic Leadership Provide leadership to the School in all aspects of its academic operations in particular: Ensure that the School develops and maintains a strong identity and a clear academic direction Ensure that the School s courses meet students and employers expectations about content and quality, and are well regarded by academic peers Ensure that the School is respected by the profession, both nationally and internationally Lead the School s research program and encourage an active research culture in the School Ensure that a national and international perspective is developed and maintained through the School s curriculum, research and marketing activities. 3. School Board The Head of School must ensure that the School Board is kept well informed of the operating environment and priorities of the University and the UniSA Business School, to enable the Board to provide effective advice and support to the Head of School in the management and development of the School. 11

13 Management Manage and develop the School in accordance with University and UniSA Business School priorities, procedures and policies. In particular: Articulate, contribute to, and drive the strategic development of the School in alignment with University and Business School strategies Manage, market, develop, and evaluate the School s programs and courses Manage and report on the processes of student assessment and annual review of student progress Lead and manage the School s annual review and planning processes Evaluate the financial implications of business decisions related to current and future opportunities Prepare and manage the School s budget, including all revenue streams and development funds Oversee the development and maintenance of a staffing profile to meet the School s strategic direction and future development Manage the School s staff, including workload, performance management and development, and staff appointment processes Plan, review and manage physical resources, such as specialised teaching and research equipment, and space allocations for teaching and non-teaching activities Implement and monitor relevant University policies. Other Responsibilities Ensure the continued growth of the School through developing and supporting appropriate strategies for international activities, research, consultancy and enrolments. Provide strong representation for the School both internally and externally, develop and manage strategic partnerships, and collaborate with other educational institutions, external communities, professional associations and stakeholders. Contribute to the leadership and management of the UniSA Business School and University. PERSONAL WORKLOAD & ACCOUNTABILITIES The workload allocation of a Head of School will take account of the time to discharge these duties effectively while maintaining an international research profile. A Head of School will usually maintain a teaching load of one course, negotiated with the Pro Vice Chancellor (Business and Law). The Head of School will formally meet the Pro Vice Chancellor (Business and Law) for an annual performance review and to agree on performance targets for the coming year. In addition to this formal meeting, it is expected that there will be regular and more informal performance conversations throughout the year. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Pursuant to the Children s Protection Act 1993 (SA), this position has been deemed prescribed. It is an inherent requirement of the position that the staff member maintains a current Criminal History Assessment determining them fit to work with children. UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS 1. Core Behavioural Attributes To contribute to a successful and enterprising culture at UniSA, each staff member is expected to demonstrate the following key behavioural attributes: Is trusted, authentic and self-aware establishes credibility, is honest, reliable, accountable, and responsive Takes the initiative and delivers results by seizing opportunities and being outcome and customer focussed Provides solutions through logical, creative and innovative thinking and timely, transparent and consultative decision making Communicates with impact displays clarity, diplomacy, persuasiveness and sensitivity Leads and works well with others - displays conviction and resilience, working collaboratively, motivating others and mobilising influence. 2. Health, Safety and Injury Management Ensure all relevant aspects of the health safety and injury management system are implemented. Maintain current knowledge of the activities undertaken in their area of responsibility. Ensure that adequate and effective resources are provided to eliminate or mitigate risk. Arrange to be advised of adverse situations by their staff through effective reporting processes. Monitor and measure progress against planned activities. Follow reasonable instructions, work procedures and practices to maintain the health and safety of yourself and others. Report all identified work place hazards and incidents. 3. Performance Development and Management Participate in the University s Performance Development and Management process. 12

14 Selection Criteria Essential 1. A doctorate and an international academic profile in the discipline of marketing and equivalent professional leadership experience. 2. Highly developed people management skills with a strong team focus and exceptional leadership to act as a unifying focus for a diverse team and provide a culture of teaching, learning and research excellence to achieve strategic outcomes. 3. Deomonstrated leadership to enhance the research quality within the School of Marketing including successful supervision of PhD students and mentoring staff. 4. Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor others to engage with professional bodies, government and industry to craft research programs, gain external research funding and have an impact on policy and practice. 5. The ability to think and act strategically including the ability to plan and to deliver continuous improvement of programs and courses; to deploy human, financial and other resources effectively; and to manage a broad range of educational and administrative processes. 6. Demonstrated management experience and commercial business skills including financial knowledge necessary to undertake feasibility assessments of program costing and profitability. 7. Demonstrated high level oral, written and interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with staff, industry partners, employers and other allied organisations. 8. Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain a network of contacts and collaborative activities relevant to the School s programs, both nationally and internationally. 9. The skills to represent the School s interests in the University and the wider community and with relevant professional bodies. Desirable 1. Evidence of a commercially oriented and entrepreneurial approach to opportunities arising in the academic or commercial environments. 2. Demonstrated liaison skills and contacts with industry, government and other tertiary institutions. 3. Recognition by peers demonstrated by invitations to referee journal papers, conference submissions and by editorial boards. 4. Experience in multidisciplinary teaching. 13

15 H O W TO APPLY Enquiries should be directed in confidence to: Ann Newton Phone: +61 (0) ann.newton@uni-recruit.com.au Janine Walker Phone: +61 (0) janine.walker@uni-recruit.com.au Applications can be ed to: Janine Walker janine.walker@uni-recruit.com.au Your application should be in Word format and include a covering letter in which you address the essential Selection Criteria. In addition, your application should contain your full curriculum vitae including the following: Address, mobile and telephone number(s) and address Names, telephones and contact of at least three referees (no contact will be made without your permission) Country of permanent residence Employment history, including present position and notice required Details of education, professional training and qualifications Details of relevant professional, consulting or industry experience Research interests and list of publications Research grants awarded; any other relevant information, such as offices held in professional bodies and community service. Applications close: 9.00am Friday 18 September

16 Attributes of an Enterprising Workforce Crossing the Horizon announced our intent to differentiate UniSA as a true university of enterprise. To help achieve this ambition, the University identified a unique set of five core behavioural attributes, outlined in the diagram below, to guide our development as an enterprising workforce and culture. These attributes, which have been formed from analysis of the core competencies of high performing organisations, of distinct enterprise skills and behaviours, and from feedback from our current staff, have recently been incorporated into all of the University recruitment processes. Work is currently in progress to explore their application in a wider array of management and staff development processes. Further details of the five attributes and their key descriptors can be found at: w3.unisa.edu.au/staffdev/resources/core_attributes.asp CULTURE AT UNISA 15

17 Acknowledgement OF Country UniSA respects the Kaurna, Boandik and Barngarla peoples spiritual relationship with their country. We also acknowledge the diversity of Aboriginal peoples, past and present. Find out more about the University s commitment to reconciliation at unisa.edu.au/rap Diversity AT UniSA Artist: Rikurani Equality of Opportunity Providing for equality of opportunity is part of the DNA of the University of South Australia and of its antecedent institutions. UniSA aims to provide equal opportunities for all people regardless of their gender, marital status, family responsibilities, age, pregnancy, sexuality, race, disability, political views, or religious beliefs. It is our ambition that at UniSA, equity and excellence will reinforce each other in an environment characterised by uncompromising high standards. To support this we have in place a number of distinct strategies, programs and policies to ensure equal opportunity is firmly embedded in both our culture and practice. There are many different cultures in our university community. We have staff from more than 70 countries so it is likely that all staff, at some point, will work with or provide a service to someone with a different cultural background. A University of Choice for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People UniSA is taking steps to strengthen its position as the University of Choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in South Australia and beyond. We will create a safe environment where Aboriginal students can learn, grow and define their future and in turn contribute to their communities and to Australian society more broadly. Through our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), our partnership with the Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience (AIME) and community partnerships we will develop the pipeline from high school through to postgraduate engagement, identifying and supporting the best young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This will be done in an environment that acknowledges, respects and learns from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander wisdom, and celebrates the pursuit of knowledge in all its guises. 16

18 Adelaide is one of Australia s best kept secrets. It was voted Australia s most liveable city in , ranked the 5th most liveable city in the world for the 2nd year running 2 ; and is the only Australian city listed in the New York Times top 52 places to visit in Property Council s National My city: The People s Verdict survey 2 Economist Intelligence Unit With its Mediterranean climate, accessible and convenient location, and world-class education, Adelaide s residents enjoy an idyllic lifestyle. The city blends a sense of community usually reserved for small towns with the vibrant activity of a capital city. It is beautiful and well-ordered, surrounded by parklands and within easy reach of long, white, uncrowded beaches and the lush green hills and valleys of Australia s premier wine districts. With its rich cultural background, Adelaide is home to a vast array of restaurants and the largest fresh produce market in the southern hemisphere. In fact, South Australia is often regarded as the food and wine centre of Australia. Adelaide is known as Australia s festival capital, hosting the Adelaide Festival of Arts, Fringe Festival, WOMADelaide, Cabaret Festival and OzAsia Festival in addition to an annual calendar full of music, comedy, food festivals and events. You will find plenty of opportunities to get involved in Adelaide s festival scene. Australia is also a sports-loving nation and Adelaide is no exception. Each year, the city hosts a variety of premier national and international sporting events including street circuit motor racing, tennis and golf championships, one-day and Test Series cricket at the iconic Adelaide Oval, and Australian Rules football, to name just a few. It is also the venue for the internationally acclaimed Tour Down Under cycling event, which features some of the world s top professional cycling teams, including a team supported by UniSA. 17

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