Position Number: 0062430
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 years
Department: Global, Culture and Engagement; Chancellery
Salary: UOM 10 – $149,670 p.a. plus 17% super
- Drive strategic initiatives, manage projects, and foster collaboration across the Global Culture and Engagement portfolio.
- Shape the future of an externally-focused portfolio through impactful strategy, data-driven insights, and change management leadership.
- Develop tools, processes and resources to empower teams to deliver impact
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Manager Planning and Strategy is a key leadership role within the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor Global Culture and Engagement. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, this position will lead strategic initiatives, coordinate complex projects, and foster collaboration across four key clusters. With a focus on internal communications and change management, this role will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of the GCE portfolio.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Driving strategic initiatives, developing business cases, and collaborating with key stakeholders to achieve GCE's goals.
- Implementing efficient processes, managing projects, and ensuring alignment with University-wide priorities and reporting requirements.
- Building strong relationships, communicating effectively, and enhancing the University's reputation through strategic messaging.
Who we are looking for
We seek a highly skilled individual with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be able to translate complex data/concepts into actionable insights and effectively communicate findings to diverse stakeholders. Experience in qualitative and quantitative analysis, project management, and business intelligence tools is essential. Knowledge of the tertiary education sector is highly desirable.
You will also have:
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent mix of education and significant relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of strategic program/project delivery to facilitate the development and implementation of major initiatives.
- Competency in data analysis and business intelligence tools.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Global, Culture and Engagement
The Global Culture and Engagement portfolio within the Chancellery Division is led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Culture and Engagement). Its role is to lead, convene and collaborate with our local and global communities to position our institution as a national, regional, and global destination and partner of choice.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
