Creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally, and globally, James Cook University (JCU) is now looking to appoint a Manager, MCRRH Operations. A full-time, fixed-term appointment to 31 December 2026, this position is based at the Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health based in Mount Isa.
What you can accomplish
As an integral part of our dynamic and innovative leadership team, you will support community relations and ensure infrastructure, resources, finances, services, and administration functions support the current and future strategic and operational needs of the Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH).
What you can bring
Degree-qualified in Business, Commerce, Finance, or a related discipline, with demonstrated management or administrative experience, you can provide high-level operational and financial reporting skills, including experience preparing budgets and financial reports. Your advanced written and oral communication skills will complement your ability to solve complex problems, including the ability to research and apply alternative solutions and prepare reports and submissions to attract grant funding from multiple sources.
About the Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health
The James Cook University Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH) is part of a national network of federally funded university departments of rural health and is headquartered in Mount Isa with nodes in Cloncurry and Longreach.
Why JCU
JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth as well as diverse career opportunities. JCU prides itself on being dedicated to teaching, learning and research that is not only of high quality, but also delivers practical benefits to the peoples and industries of the region.
We support our people through the provision of:
- generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions
- attractive options for salary packaging
- flexible working arrangements
- 36.25 hour working week
- five weeks annual recreation leave with cash out annual leave and time in lieu options
- Employee Assistance Program
- relocation and accommodation assistance may be provided
- opportunities for professional and personal growth as well as diverse career opportunities
How to apply
Please apply by clicking ‘Apply Now’ or visit the careers at JCU website and apply for vacancy reference – 18970
If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact: Associate Professor Catrina Felton-Busch (Director) on 0448 951 *** or via email ***************@jcu.edu.au