July 24, 2023

UOW appoints Adam Malouf as new Chief Operating Officer and Vice-President (Operations)

Highly accomplished senior executive brings a wealth of financial, corporate and global experience to the University

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is delighted to announce the appointment of Adam Malouf, B. Com. LL.B. (UNSW), FAICD, F.GCCBDI, a highly accomplished global senior executive, as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Vice-President (Operations) of the institution. Mr Malouf will join the University on 31 July 2023.

With an illustrious career spanning more than 20 years, Mr Malouf brings to UOW a wealth of experience and an impressive track record of success across diverse industries and global settings.

Mr Malouf’s expertise encompasses senior executive roles such as Chief Investment Officer (CIO), Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He has also served as a chartered non-executive director (Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors), leader and mentor for a variety of organisations both in Australia and abroad across a number of industries, including financial services, property, technology, education, healthcare, investments, and trade.

In addition, Mr Malouf has been a chair and member of board sub-committees, including executive committee, audit, finance, risk, strategic technology, projects, treasury, compliance, governance, operations, investments, remuneration and nominations.

Born and raised in Sydney, Mr Malouf has worked extensively across multinationals, private equity firms, banking institutions, investment management companies, real estate enterprises and government bodies both in Australia and United Arab Emirates (UAE), giving him a unique perspective and a well-rounded skill set that will align well with UOW’s diverse domestic and international portfolio.

Before starting at UOW, Mr Malouf was the Chief Investment Officer for one of the Dubai Government’s sovereign wealth funds. His exceptional leadership and insight enabled him to successfully implement an innovative and robust investment strategy with sustainability, superior returns, and diversification in mind, allowing for, among other things, long-term funding of endowments in the education sector and knowledge-based industries.

“I am excited to be joining UOW’s executive team and taking on the role of COO at such a pivotal and dynamic time in the higher education sector,” Mr Malouf said.

“UOW is a university with an impressive global footprint, world-class teaching, ground-breaking research, and a diverse community, and I hope to continue building the inclusive, interactive and forward-looking workplace culture that it is renowned for, both in Australia and abroad.”

UOW Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Patricia M. Davidson said, “Mr Malouf’s expertise in financial and enterprise strategy, commercial analysis, risk and governance matters, as well as his proficiency in property investment, management and development, will greatly benefit UOW in the implementation of our strategic objectives.”