Engagement and Partnership Manager (Lifelong Learning Products)

• Be part of an exciting new initiative; Lifelong Learning with DVC Education portfolio

• Full time, fixed-term contract until 31st December 2024 (possibility for extension)

• Base Salary $117,116 – $132,079+ 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Education Portfolio team, within the Office of the DVC Education, has an opportunity for an Engagement and Partnership Manager to grow and promote the Lifelong Learning initiative from the 2032 Strategic Plan.  

As the Engagement and Partnership Manager, you will be responsible for identifying engagement opportunities and cultivating existing and new relationships. You will have the opportunity to build strong stakeholder partnerships internally with faculties and schools and externally with industry, alumni, government, and non-government organisations, as needed, to champion the Lifelong Learning initiative.

Reporting to a Strategic Project Specialist working within a growing team, your key responsibilities will be to:

• manage and implement the engagement strategy, seeing the initiatives through to the delivery stage

• promote and identify opportunities for engagement and partnerships to raise the profile of the initiative

• manage and provide oversight for the external and internal strategic initiatives and activities

• manage specific services and provides support for strategic initiatives and activities

• present to partners and faculties on current and future activities and events for the team

• monitor and measure progress against planned activities to ensure a continuous review and improvement.

About you

If you are a passionate, forward-thinking individual who thrives on team success and driving business, this is the opportunity for you!

• prior working experience within tertiary education or a large multi-faceted organisation

• strong stakeholder management and the ability to develop internal and external partnerships

• proven experience in preparing persuasive communications, presentations and reports for stakeholders

• ability to present confidently in front of large groups and strong working knowledge of PowerPoint

• superlative written communication skills and strong attention to detail

• working knowledge of the university sector and the nature of the education landscape is highly desirable.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Strong, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

© The University of Sydney

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

Click to view the Position Description for this role.

Applications Close

Sunday 04 February 2024 11:59 PM