Education Transformation Manager, UNSW Canberra City Campus

Employment type:   Fixed-term contract (ITT), full-time
Duration:                 18 months
Remuneration:        Level 8 from $ 123,044 plus 17% superannuation
Location:                 Canberra City 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
With Lifelong Learning a core part of the university’s strategy including delivery at UNSW Canberra, the Education Transformation Manager role is intended to provide key professional support to the planning, development, adoption, and implementation of the Lifelong Learning (LLL) project at UNSW Canberra. Working closely with the Associate Dean (LLL)  Professor Deborah Blackman  and Sydney LLL colleagues, the successful candidate will spearhead this rapidly developing area creating a coherent, integrated approach to lifelong learning and then working with a range of internal and external stakeholders to bring the ideas to life.

Who You Are (skills and experience): 

• A relevant degree and extensive relevant experience or equivalent experience in a relevant area or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated capacity to apply them in a range of professional functions.
• Advanced level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High level of experience working with a range of university systems and applications, including ECLIPS and web content development.
• Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
• Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures
• Excellent time management skills with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

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.

• Generous superannuation contributions 
• Employee discounts  
• A commitment to lifelong learning  
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Heathy 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.

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Applications close: Wednesday, 4^th December 2024 at 11.30pm AEST

Get in Touch

To discuss the position please contact: amanda.walker@unsw.edu.au

For questions regarding the application process - please email 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.