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BRAVE. AMBITIOUS. INSPIRING.OUR VICE-CHANCELLOR WILL CONTINUE TO LEAD US IN BOLD NEW DIRECTIONS.
Right from its inception as Australia’s first regional
university, UNE has consistently redefined what a university
is. UNE’s first Vice-Chancellor, Sir Robert (Bert) Madgwick,
pioneered distance education in the 1950s. Madgwick
believed the University’s job is “to find out what people want
… and never start with what the University thinks they need.”
The pioneering spirit lives on across UNE with leading
innovation in teaching design and delivery whilst researchers
test the boundaries of the unknown.
UNE now stands as the only public university to be awarded
5-stars for overall experience, on-campus and online, for the
last 13 years running*.
UNE is now looking for an ambitious Vice-Chancellor with
the courage and determination to assume Madgwick’s
mantle - to resist conformity and push beyond convention
to lead bold teaching and research that empowers people,
wherever they are, to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
une.edu.au/new-vc
Closing date 31 January 2019
UNE is supported by the executive search firm Boyden.
*The Good Universities Guide ratings 2007 - 2019
Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer
University of New England Information for Candidates
ContentsIntroduction 1
UNE Overview 2
Organisational Structure 5
The Position 6
Selection criteria 7
Higher Education in Australia 8
Location 9
How to Apply 10
IntroductionThe University of New England (UNE) is a regionally
embedded, globally networked university that is
renowned for the quality of its student experience
and the excellence of its research. As Australia’s most
experienced and innovative provider of distance
education, UNE uses advanced technologies to
connect students to staff in Armidale and around the
world.
By 2020, we will be the University of choice for
students and researchers who desire to transform
their lives and help to build resilient communities.
We will connect with our students for life. We will
build enduring, global partnerships with industry,
professions, business and government.
Our new Vice-Chancellor will build on our rich history
and drive the University’s future strategy to realise
benefits for the organisation and for our communities.
They will be an excellent communicator, a future
shaper who leads and drives organisational change
and development, who is passionate about the
transformative power of higher education and who
champions excellence in research.
They will support our mission to build the capabilities
of individuals, communities and society through
education and research and will create an inclusive
environment which embodies our values and fosters
a high performance culture. Under their leadership
the University will capitalise on its key focus areas,
strengthen its business model and continue to drive
innovation and a community and student centric
ethos.
Join us as our new Vice-Chancellor and together, we can
do this.
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UNE OverviewThe UNE ExperienceThe University of New England was the first Australian
university established outside a capital city. With a
history extending back to the 1920s, UNE has a well-
earned reputation as one of Australia’s great teaching,
training and research universities.
Today UNE is a regionally based, globally networked
university that is renowned for the quality of its
student experience and the excellence of its research.
The University offers more than 200 courses at
undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree
research levels with options to study online or on
campus and is internationally recognised for its
innovative approach to flexible online learning.
Student numbers are on the rise, with more than
20,000 students currently enrolled. On-campus
students account for approximately 20 per cent and
international students for five per cent.
By offering students the best in terms of on-campus
living, academic support, pastoral care and social and
sporting activities, the University has consistently
maintained a five-star rating for Overall Student
Satisfaction, as published in the Good Universities
Guide. UNE has also won 46 Australian Awards for
University Teaching since 2006.
Strategic DirectionIn an ever-changing and increasingly challenging
higher education sector, the University’s Strategic Plan
2016-2020: Together we can do this lays out the plan to
deliver impactful research, provide an unparalleled
student experience, diversify income, foster digital
dominance and create a bold and innovative culture.
As the University drives towards its 2020 objectives
to become the University of Choice for students and
researchers who wish to transform their lives and build
resilient communities, it is already looking forward
to the next phase of its evolution. Work is underway
on identifying the key themes of UNE’s new strategic
plan (UNE 2025) and it is expected that the new Vice-
Chancellor will play a pivotal role in the development
and implementation of that plan.
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More than a Qualification Students at UNE enjoy an outstanding formative
experience. Graduates are provided with the specialist
skills required by their course work and instilled
with attributes to ensure that they are job-ready
employees. Students can choose from a diverse
and attractive portfolio of professional courses in
education and health, economics, business, law,
medicine, social and behavioural sciences and the
natural, rural and environmental sciences. These
courses are complemented by the traditional arts and
humanities disciplines, in which the University enjoys a
strong reputation.
A World Class ReputationUNE has a proud history of undertaking high quality
research that assists in the economic, social and
cultural advancement of Australia and in the advanced
training of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
It is dedicated to identifying and delivering innovations
of value to society and industry, in Australia and
internationally, with a particular emphasis on inter-
disciplinary research for tackling complex problems
in rural and regional Australia. This research involves
extensive engagement in large-scale interdisciplinary
collaborations within UNE, nationally and
internationally, and is underpinned by five thematic
research priorities.
Within Australia, UNE has strong industry links
that are reflected in research collaborations with 15
research centres and institutes. Focus areas include
animal genetics and breeding, agriculture and law,
social science, local government, poultry, sheep and
spatial information.
For more, visit www.une.edu.au/research
External EngagementThe many facets of UNE’s external engagement include
working collaboratively with educational, industrial,
environmental, government, business and arts
organisations, as well as participation in a range of
community events. Through all of these activities, the
University honours and fulfils the inclusive vision of its
founders.
Investing in the Future
UNE is investing for the future in teaching, research,
technology and communications and other
infrastructure which will help it to continue to
improve the student experience on offer as well as its
educational outcomes.
Key initiatives include:
▪ The SMART (Sustainable Manageable Accessible
Regional Technologies) Farms, research, education
and outreach facilities that showcase how new
and existing technologies can address challenges
in agriculture, horticulture and natural resources
management www.une.edu.au/research/research-
centres-institutes/smart-farm
▪ Centre for Agribusiness, Centre for Agriculture and
Law, Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit and state-
of-the-art animal research facilities, supporting
industry and building future capability
▪ The Tablelands Clinical School, which is part of a
long-term commitment to improve equity of access
to health care for patients living in regional Australia
and the Collaborative Research Network for Mental
Health building links with rural communities and
health providers
▪ SiMERR National Research Centre focused on
education in rural and regional Australia and
working internationally in applied research
collaborations
▪ UNE Sydney campus in Parramatta and innovative
learning hubs such as the UNE Tamworth Study
Centre, which use advanced online technologies
to bring external students closer to lecturers in
Armidale and around the world
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Organisational Structure
The PositionThe Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer
is accountable for the strategic leadership and
management of UNE.
As Vice-Chancellor you will lead the University with
energy, flair and vision, plus exhibit the necessary
leadership and emotional intelligence qualities to
champion executive management of the highest order.
Committed to the value of communication, you will
possess the ability to motivate a complex organisation,
and its rich mix of stakeholders, to develop, grow and
achieve great things.
The Vice-Chancellor will:
▪ Position UNE for continued success, leveraging
its unique points of difference and its potential for
growth;
▪ Strengthen UNE’s student demand and research
opportunities;
▪ Continue to embed and connect the University with
its stakeholders in the New England region and with
the various other communities which it serves;
▪ Instil confidence and give voice to UNE’s unique
capabilities, strengths and successes;
▪ Ensure that an outstanding student experience and
research excellence remain at the heart of UNE’s
vision and culture;
▪ Build on UNE’s distance education legacy to re-
affirm its presence as a leader in the competitive
digital learning market, in Australia and
internationally;
▪ Diversify income streams and create new value
via strategic alliances with partner institutions,
industry, alumni and communities nationally and
internationally;
▪ Drive and oversee key organisational changes, in
process, capacity and culture, which will help UNE
be more focused, efficient, flexible and effective;
▪ Work with Senior Management to set standards and
embed a high-performance culture that will result in
outstanding quality teaching, research, and services
delivery outcomes;
▪ Develop the innovative, value-led approach and
business model that will enable UNE to remain
a highly regarded quality provider and partner of
choice;
▪ Build a strong relationship with Council and the
Chancellor to create an environment that supports
good governance and leadership at all levels.
Equity principles underpin all UNE policies and procedures. As a University committed to engaging a diverse workforce, UNE encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
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Selection CriteriaThe University of New England (UNE) is a regionally embedded, globally networked university that is renowned
for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research. As Australia’s most experienced and
innovative provider of distance education, UNE uses advanced technologies to connect students to staff in
Armidale and around the world.
To be our next Vice-Chancellor, you will bring the necessary executive experience and demonstrate:
Leadership Business acumen Relationships Education and Research
Culture
Building on a rich
history, UNE drives
its strategic goals
for the benefit of the
organisation and its
communities. UNE’s
VC is:
• an excellent
communicator
• a future shaper
who leads
and drives
organisational
change and
development
• visionary, strategic
and ambitious
• determined,
authentic and a
person of high
integrity
• a motivator and
team-builder
UNE embraces
disruptive
technology
and changing
government policy
as opportunities.
UNE’s VC is:
• financially astute
• entrepreneurial
• experienced
in leading
complex, matrix
organisations
• a business model
innovator
• able to capitalise
on UNE’s
competitive
advantages
• able to grow a
successful thriving
business
UNE connects
students, scholars
and industry to
promote its mission.
UNE’s VC:
• engages and
connects
• builds strong
relationships
• is politically savvy
• is a powerful
advocate who
can effectively
influence others
UNE’s mission is to
build the capabilities
of individuals,
communities and
society through
teaching and
research. UNE’s VC:
• is passionate about
the transformative
power of higher
education
• fosters new
pedagogies and
technologies to
advance education
• recognises the
need for an
outstanding
student experience
• demonstrates
intellectual rigour
• champions
excellent research
with impact
UNE is sensitive to
is regional roots
and has global
ambitions. UNE’s VC:
• fosters a high-
performance
culture
• embraces diversity
• creates an inclusive
environment
• embodies the UNE
values
• is tolerant and
respectful and
welcomes the
contributions of all
stakeholders
• develops trust
Personal attributes: calm, resilient, determined, empathetic.
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Higher Education in AustraliaAustralia has one of the best higher education systems
in the world and Australian universities make a strong
contribution to Australia’s economic prosperity and
social wellbeing. Australia’s universities offer a unique
educational experience that fosters self-belief, rewards
independent thought and fuels inquiring minds.
University education added an estimated $140 billion
to the Australian economy in 2014. Our universities
educated more than 1.3 million Australian and
international students in 2016 and directly employed
120,000 full-time equivalent staff. The education of
international students is Australia’s 3rd largest export
behind iron ore and coal.
Australia’s universities prepare people for the
highly skilled jobs of tomorrow, and to be leaders in
developing and adapting new knowledge to revitalise
our economy, strengthen our society and tackle the
many problems we will face.
All Australian higher education institutions are
continuously monitored and reviewed by government,
and by industry and professional bodies to ensure that
the high quality of courses, research, staff, pedagogy
and services is maintained at or above international
standards.
Australia’s universities make a strong contribution to
Australia’s economic prosperity and social well being.
▪ Universities have more than one million enrolled
students.
▪ Universities employ over 100,000 staff.
▪ Universities are significant contributors to their
local communities by providing local employment
opportunities, research, industry collaboration,
building vital infrastructure and through local
community and sporting grants.
▪ Australia’s regional universities play a vital role in
supporting regional economies.
▪ University research stimulates innovation and
delivers solutions to the economic, social and
demographic challenges facing the nation.
▪ The rate of return on publicly-funded research is
generally between 20 and 60 per cent.
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LocationArmidale, NSWLocated roughly midway between Sydney and
Brisbane, Armidale is a sophisticated urban centre
located in a picturesque rural setting on the doorstep
of some of the most scenic national parks in Australia,
if not the world. With a population of about 30,000,
the city of Armidale enjoys a mild climate, with warm
summers, glorious springs and crisp winters; in
autumn the city turns crimson and gold.
A strong element of growth in Armidale’s population
comes with professional or business people with
school-aged children choosing a location with cultural
vibrancy, superior educational facilities, a strong
sporting culture and a healthy outdoors lifestyle.
The central business district features cafés, markets,
and hosts regular cultural events and festivals.
Shopping centres, museums, parks, restaurants
and a cinema are just a short walk or bus ride away.
With a high level of business activity in the CBD, a
growing education sector, and a strong rural economy,
employment in Armidale is quite strong.
The fact that Armidale is home to UNE, an institution
that has attracted students and faculty from across the
globe since its establishment as a university college in
1938, is a major reason for the sophisticated feel about
the place. With the University, TAFE, four prestigious
private schools as well as public schools all achieving
results, Armidale is also widely known as a centre of
education excellence. UNE’s Armidale Campus was
recently judged by Times Higher Education in the top
10 most beautiful universities in Australia.
It comes as no surprise to find there’s a lively
appreciation of the arts here. The New England
Conservatorium, New England Regional Art Museum,
Hoskins Centre, Aboriginal Cultural Centre and
Keeping Place, the University and a talented crowd
of local and visiting musicians, artists, actors and
enthusiasts ensure that the calendar is full of events
and festivals.
Perth
Adelaide
Armidale
Sydney
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Brisbane
UNE SydneyParramatta
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The Armidale region boasts spectacular waterfalls,
gorges, world-heritage national parks, cool-climate
vineyards and a fascinating and diverse cultural
heritage. Canyoning, mountain biking, birdwatching,
trout fishing and other outdoor adventures take on an
exciting new dimension up high.
www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au/
www.armidaletourism.com.au/
www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/armidale-area
www.nsw.gov.au/improving-nsw/regional-nsw/our-regions/new-england-and-north-west/
New England Highway
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How to ApplyThe appointment of the next Vice-Chancellor and Chief
Executive Officer of the University of New England is
being supported by the executive search firm Boyden.
One of the world’s premier leadership solutions and
talent advisory firms, Boyden works with globally-
oriented, growth, and emerging organisations to
provide executive search, interim management, and
leadership consulting services.
For a confidential discussion about this role please
contact:
Alun Parry, Managing Partner, Boyden
T: +61 2 9225 7400
M: +61 449 031 549
Kirsten Ludlow, Principal, Boyden
T: +61 2 9225 7400
M: +61 401 148 316
Applications should consist of:
1. a comprehensive curriculum vitae setting out
full contact details, academic and professional
qualifications, full employment history, relevant role
responsibilities and achievements, and details of
two referees.
2.a covering letter describing why the appointment is
of interest to you and what you believe you can bring
to the role.
Closing date 31 January 2019.
It is anticipated that interviews will take place during
the week of 25 March 2019.
The University of New England reserves the right at
its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment
process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by
invitation, at any time.
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