Academic Programs & Work-Integrated-Learning Manager

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Management

Academic Programs & Work-Integrated-Learning Manager

• Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: Continuing
• Remuneration: $118K - $133K (+ 17% Super, leave loading)
• Work rights required: Australian/New Zealand Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident
• Location: Kensington, Sydney (Flexible working)

The Organisation

UNSW Medicine & Health  is a national leader in learning, teaching and research, with close affiliations to several of Australia’s finest hospitals, research institutes and health care organisations. With a strong presence at UNSW Kensington campus, the faculty have staff and students in teaching hospitals in Sydney as well as regional and rural areas of NSW including Albury/Wodonga, Wagga Wagga, Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie. 

Why this role matters  

This position plays a lead role within UNSW Medicine & Health in the creation, quality and review of program and course offerings. The position will also manage Work-Integrated-Learning (WIL) for all Medicine & Health programs. The position reports to the Education & Student Experience Manager and will have 3 direct reports and some indirect reports.

Some key skills required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully leading and managing a team with proven ability to motivate and create a positive workplace culture to achieve quality outcomes.
• Experience in managing quality assurance, accreditation processes and review curriculum in alignment with university processes and timelines.
• Demonstrated understanding of emerging trends in WIL and an appreciation of the best practice offerings, both domestically and internationally.
• Demonstrated ability to create, interpret and implement systems, policies and procedures, and provide clear direction to stakeholders in its implementation.
• Strong analytical skills including experience in preparing reports, business cases and policy documents to communicate complex issues to stakeholders at different levels.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple issues, tasks, and competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Significant experience in developing, delivering, and continually improving processes and systems, including project management and change management processes.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​ 

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​ 
• Flexible working ​ 
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​ 
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​ 
• Progressive HR practices​ 

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.   

How to apply:

Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a cover letter briefly addressing the criteria listed in the position description.

A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW .

Contact (role related questions only)

Fiona Nicolson - Education Development Manager

E:  [email protected]

Applications close:  Monday 29th April 2024 before 11.30pm

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.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:08 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:29 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time