Excellence in Leadership

Winner - Academic

Professor Anthony Uhlmann, Centre Director, Writing and Society Research Group, School of Humanities and Communication Arts

The scale, quality and impact of the work emanating from the Writing and Society Research Centre are the result of the outstanding, visionary leadership of Professor Anthony Uhlmann. The effects of his leadership are evident: in international collaborations that build on Professor Uhlmann’s creative research methods and critical insights; in graduate sand postdoctoral students striving for excellence in humanities research; and in industry partnerships; where the benefits of writing and literature are having real world impacts in a range of diverse communities. From his astute decision-making, to his ability to listen, support and guide, Anthony Uhlmann demonstrates excellence in leadership.

Winner - Professional

Christopher Youness, Associate Director, HR Partnerships, Office of Human Resources

Chris’ role as Associate Director, HR Partnerships has a significant impact across the breadth of the University. This role requires an ability to manage HR Partnership staff in such a way that they are empowered to act and advise across the University whilst still maintaining an overview of activities to ensure the business provides an effective and consistent application of HR policy and practice. Chris does this admirably. He is well respected by his team and by senior managers across the University. Specifically, this year, Chris has stepped up to take a lead role in the implementation of the Shared Services Program, including a new central Recruitment and Casual Administration Management service, whilst furthering the implementation of the CEPI (Casual Employment Process Improvement) project. These initiatives have been major projects of great importance to the University. Chris’ leadership on both of these projects has been first rate. He is a huge asset to the University.

Highly Commended

Rebecca Ladd, Head, Student Disability Service, Student Participation and Success

Jenny Purcell, Senior Change Manager, Office of Human Resources

Nominated

• Natalie Bradbury, SEO Manager, Strategy and Performance, The Student Experience Office
• Arvinder Singh, Manager, HR Information Systems, Office of Human Resources