Our Climate KIC Team at the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF), is seeking to recruit a Research Director position that would work in a full-time/part-time capacity on exciting high impact projects focusing on climate adaptation and resilience, climate risk, adaptation finance and the building of resilient communities.

About the Institute

The Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) undertakes game-changing sustainability research at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Established for 27 years, ISF works with thought leaders in government, industry and community organisations, in Australia and internationally, to create change towards sustainable futures. Sustainability research is a key focus area supporting UTS’s vision to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. Beyond a vibrant new campus in Sydney’s creative precinct, at the heart of UTS are exceptional people.

About Climate-KIC Australia

Climate-KIC Australia was established in 2017 to catalyse climate action through systems innovation. Recognising that no single organisation or individual can change systems and solve the climate challenge on their own, Climate-KIC works with a broad network of organisations to develop and deliver systems innovation activities. We often play an orchestrating role, leveraging our collaborative network, bringing systems change intent and agency, working with diverse stakeholders, using a broad range of skills, capabilities and knowledge that increases the effectiveness and scale of our impact.

Climate-KIC Australia works within the UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures and collaborates with EIT Climate-KIC Europe’s largest climate innovation initiative.

About the role

Are you passionate about leading cutting-edge projects to support the building of a climate resilient future? We are looking for practitioners or researchers with extensive climate change adaptation and resilience experience who are capable of contributing to high-impact project delivery.

The Research Director Adaptation and Resilience has responsibility for:

• Leading and managing complex, innovative projects, that meet the demands of funders and large stakeholder groups.
• Playing a key role in business development, identifying opportunities and leading the development of external funding proposals across Adaptation and Resilience.
• Supervision of project teams across Climate-KIC and ISF.
• Participating in strategic planning for Climate-KIC and ISF.

The Research Director should have the skills / ability to:

• Design and manage complex, impactful projects
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder and professional networks
• Provide leadership in the Adaptation and Resilience space
• Have an excellent understanding of system thinking and approaches
• Work well independently and as part of a team

Remuneration

Research Director (Level C) $145,237 to $166,792 salary plus 17% superannuation

The level of appointment is dependent upon skills and competencies.

The university offers 17% employer provided superannuation and salary packaging opportunities. This appointment will be on a 2-year fixed term, full time/part-time basis.

You will also reap the rewards of working in a dynamic, supportive environment with employee benefits including flexible work practices, professional development opportunities, discounted gym membership and generous parental leave.

Application Procedure

Three documents are required for the application:

1. a (maximum) one page cover letter, including outlining your motivation and interest in the role in relation to your career goals
2. a Statement addressing the selection criteria for the Position outlining how your capabilities, skills and experience align with selection criteria listed above
3. a CV of maximum two pages.

Prior to commencing your application for IRC283084, please review the relevant position description and the selection criteria

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted.

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Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Recruitment Team at [email protected], using the subject line: Research Director - Institute for Sustainable Futures enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.