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Under the guidance of the Vice Chancellor and President, the Executive is JCU’s primary management decision-making body.
It develops and implements strategies, policies and procedures to support the University’s strategic goals and operational requirements.
Vice Chancellor and President
Professor Simon Biggs is the Vice Chancellor and President, who ensures clear and effective leadership and management of the University across all operating sites, including campuses in Cairns, Townsville and Singapore.
Chief of Staff
Ms Vanessa Cannon is the Chief of Staff, who is responsible for JCU’s corporate and strategic governance and assurance frameworks and for coordinating cross portfolio strategic initiatives. In this role, she is also the Critical Incident Coordinator.
Chief Financial Officer
Ms Danella Forster is the Chief Financial Officer, who advises the Vice Chancellor and the Executive on JCU’s financial operations while providing leadership and general management of the Financial and Business Services unit.
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academy
is the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academy who manages the performance of JCU’s six Colleges, ensuring that academic operational, financial and strategic goals are achieved.
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research
is the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research who oversees Research Infrastructure, Research and Innovation Services and the Graduate Research School, along with several research centres and institutes.
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Education
is the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Education who leads activities to advance student learning, services and support, teaching standards and quality of the student experience.
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Services and Resources
Ms Tricia Brand is the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Services and Resources who manages operational functions including Estate, Work Health and Safety, Human Resources, and Technology Solutions.
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Indigenous Education and Strategy
is the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Indigenous Education and Strategy who oversees JCU's Indigenous Education and Research Centre. He is also a key contributor to JCU's Indigenous strategy and engagement activities.