Manager Education Support, UNSW Canberra
Employment type: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Duration: Continuing
Remuneration: Level 9 from $143,007 plus 17% superannuation
Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters
The Manager, Education Support is an exciting role, leading the Learning and Teaching Group in the provision of educational development, design, innovation, insights, academic support and psychology and wellness services.
The role sits within the Student Life and Experience Portfolio and currently has up to 15 direct reports. The Manager is responsible for delivering strategic initiatives under the direction of the Head of Student Life and Experience, working closely with the Faculty Associate Dean (Education) and other key stakeholders.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- High level leadership, influencing and negotiation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and teams.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
- Significant experience in developing, delivering and continually improving processes and systems, including project management and change management processes.
- Competency working with a range of information, technology and education systems in a tertiary setting including learning, student and people management systems.
- Extensive operational management skills including planning, priority setting, and staff management, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines using judgement and initiative.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility:
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.
To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights. UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
How to apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:
- your CV
- a 2-page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.
In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Sunday 23 March 2025 at 11.30pm AEST
Get in Touch
To discuss the role - please contact: martyn.jones@unsw.edu.au
Queries regarding applications - please contact: h.whale@unsw.edu.au
(for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
