Industry Engagement Manager

Join the Acknowledge Education Team: Igniting Potential, Fostering Growth! 

AE doesn't just aim to stay ahead of the curve, but to set it. We're on a quest to create an environment that goes beyond traditional education, ​one that celebrates individuality, fosters critical thinking, and enriches lives with valuable skills.​ 

True to our name, we acknowledge and celebrate the unique aspirations and achievements of every student. From our roots as an English language school in Victoria, ​we've evolved into a national academic powerhouse, with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, and Brisbane educating over 6,000 students every year.​ 

To find out more about us, please visit https://www.acknowledgeeducation.edu.au/about-us/    

About the role 

You will play a pivotal role in leading & implementing placement and stakeholder engagement strategies for all AE courses nationwide, developing and maintaining high-quality industry partnerships in areas such as Community Services, Hospitality, and Nursing.   

This role will be crucial in ensuring that AE always has enough placement partners to cater for its growth, while adhering to compliance with regulatory and accrediting bodies, positioning AE as the "partner of choice" with our stakeholders.  

Key Accountabilities will include:  

• Industry Engagement & Partnership Development- Secure national partnerships to generate field placement opportunities nationwide, ensuring partnerships comply with regulatory bodies; Achieve targets for agency engagement  
• Resource Forecasting for Maximum Placement Pipeline - Work closely with Head of Operations to forecast resource needs for the placement pipeline; Collaborate with Placement Manager to forecast placement vacancies.  
• Compliance and Documentation - Ensure all partnerships and placement activities  comply with relevant regulations and standards; Collaborate with the Head of Operations, Quality Assurance, Dean to maintain compliance with industry requirements 
• Data-Driven Decision Making - Utilise data and KPIs to inform decision-making & improvement and measure the success of engagement initiatives; Gather and report industry feedback to Academic department  
• Team Leadership and Performance Management - Provide mentoring and professional development opportunities for Regional Placement Coordinators, leading them to ensure effective strategies. Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.  

About you 

• Proven experience and ability to build strong partnerships and collaborative teams to accomplish strategic goals 
• Ability to work independently, with available resources and balance multiple demands 
• Must be able to work occasional evening and weekend hours to meet deadlines, if needed. 
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams effectively. 
• In-depth understanding of the community services or related sector and placement processes 
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills 
• Proficiency in utilising relevant technology and reporting tools 
• Availability to travel as required 
• Strong business development experience in the industry with proactive approach to build long-term partnerships 

Why work with us 

• Great opportunity to step up into a leadership position and work with other senior leaders in the business 
• Pivotal role where you will drive Industry Engagement strategy for AE’s courses 
• Integral role that secures placement opportunities for students to acquire the necessary skills for a fulfilling career 
• Great fit for someone eagers to make a positive impact on industry partnerships 
• Be a part of the fast-growing, dynamic & innovative dual sector training provider 
• Incredibly committed and supportive team of student-centric professionals 

To Apply: 

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