The ANU values the contribution of staff who build on the distinctive excellence of our institution, both as Australia's national university and Australia's finest university. This is a status we achieve as a direct result of the quality and performance of our people. The Talent and Capability team works collaboratively with local HR, supervisors and staff members to enable staff to perform at their best through the creation of an environment which develops and supports individuals to achieve their work goals and to reach their full career potential.
Enabled through the provisioning of on-going staff development opportunities in relation to staff performance and development, therefore maximising an individuals’ contribution to the University. Talent and Capability looks to aid this by providing an ongoing range of career development programs and initiatives to advance the skills, knowledge and career progression of professional and academic staff.
Initiatives to support your development
Talent and Capability also houses People and Culture's ANU Executive Search team, a specialist consulting team for executive leadership appointments across the University. ANU Executive Search utilises a tailored approach to attract and retain remarkable individuals who contribute to the University's strategic vision, fostering a culture of excellence from the world's best talent here at ANU.
ANU Executive Search specific responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing customised recruitment search strategies
- Sourcing national and global candidates for senior academic, executive and professional roles
- Providing operational support to local HR, including advertising and contract preparation
- Relocation and on boarding of the newly appointed executives
Our teams & contacts
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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) | |
Indigenous Employment | |
Staff and Family Tuition Fee Discount | |
Talent & Capability - Academic promotions | |
Talent & Capability - Executive Search | |
Talent & Capability - Senior Appointments | |
Talent & Capability - Supporting Development |
People
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Sarena Bunce
Executive Search Business Partner |
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Phillippa Cantrall
Deputy Chief People Officer - Talent & Capability |
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Paul Donohue
Senior Consultant |
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Priyanka Gaitonde
Consultant, ANU Executive Search |
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Alida Gyory
Senior Consultant |
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Sabeehah Jaldin
Training and Project Officer |
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Emily Lawton
Senior Consultant - Leadership, Culture and Employee Experience |
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Rachel Murray
Executive Search and Onboarding Admin |
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Penny Nesbitt
Senior Consultant - Leadership, Culture and Employee Experience |
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Christie O'Higgins
Manager, ANU Executive Search |
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Angela Rusanov
Training and Project Officer |
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Aaron Smith
Diversity and Inclusion Manager |
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Kent Vidler
Manager, Talent Management |
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Fiona Zimmermann
Senior Consultant - Indigenous Employment & Retention |