Job Description
NCI is a nationally significant research infrastructure capability supported through NCRIS
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and a network of major collaborating organisations, including the Australian National
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University, CSIRO, the Bureau of Meteorology, Geoscience Australia, the University
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of Recent South Wales and the NSW Government. Operational funding and strategic
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capital investment are provided through a combination of Australian Government
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investment, partner contributions and service-based revenue. NCI is hosted by the
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Australian National University and governed by a Board comprising representatives of
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collaborating organisations together with independent members. While operating within
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the University's governance framework and complying with relevant ANU policies and
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statutory obligations, NCI serves a national mission on behalf of the Australian research
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and innovation community.
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The Director is accountable to the NCI Board for the effective stewardship of NCI's
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resources, the delivery of its strategic objectives, and the performance of the
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organisation. The Director works closely with the Board Chair and the ANU Pro Vice-
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Chancellor (Research Infrastructure and Entities) through the Executive Panel to
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implement Board strategy, support effective governance, and ensure alignment between
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NCI's national mission and its operational delivery. The position requires extensive
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engagement with government, research institutions, industry partners, international
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collaborators and funding agencies.



The Director is expected to represent NCI and
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contribute thought leadership on the future of advanced computing, data infrastructure,
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artificial intelligence, digital research platforms and related national capability priorities.
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Qualifications
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Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, including experience leading diverse teams, building capability, and supporting professional growth.
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Strategic planning and organizational management skills, with the ability to set priorities, manage complex projects, and deliver results in a large institution.
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Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with academic, professional, industry, and government partners.
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Excellent communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities suitable for senior-level forums.
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Sound financial and resource management skills, with experience overseeing budgets, contracts, and operational performance.
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Knowledge of higher education or research environments, including governance, compliance, and policy frameworks, or the ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge.
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Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing, and experience fostering a respectful, culturally aware workplace.
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Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent senior leadership experience in academia, public sector, or a comparable complex organization.
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📌 Director (Canberra)
🏢 The Australian National University
📍 Canberra