Manager, Student Development

Employment Type: Full Time (35-hours per week)
Duration: Continuing role
Remuneration: From $118K (+ 17% superannuation and leave loading)
Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working, 3-4 days on Campus)
About UNSW:
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Why Your Role Matters:
As the Manager, Student Development, you will play a key role within Employability Coaching & Development team by providing strong management and leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of innovative Student Development programs and practices.
On a day to day basis, the role will entail working closely with the Lead, Coaching & Development to oversee the design and operationalisation of innovative and contemporary Student Development activities, modules, programs and practices to achieve an engaged student journey and excellent graduate outcomes at UNSW. The role will involve ongoing collaboration with subject-matter experts including academics and professional staff internally, and staff in industry partner organisations.
Who You Are:
Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
Demonstrated experience in designing, developing and implementing learning and development programs, ideally both in relation to personal development and professional development programs in an applied context.
Demonstrated experience designing and coordinating program delivery that includes online interactive modules and in-person delivery components.
Ability to effectively manage a team through complex programs, projects, and initiatives
Demonstrated experience in the management of project deliverables and accountabilities with proven ability to develop documentation, negotiate resources, achieve timelines and objectives, and engage senior leaders and stakeholders
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to summarise key issues, develop innovative solutions and produce high-level outcomes in both autonomous and team-based activities.
Superior written and verbal communication skills and the proven ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
Sound stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior management and liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes, alongside a high performance mindset.
Proven organisational skills and the ability to operate autonomously while demonstrating strong initiative and a proactive approach to deal with multiple tasks, establish priorities and meet deadlines.
Benefits and Culture:
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include: 
Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
Career development opportunities 
17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments 
Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter outlining your suitability as instructed online.
Applications close: Sunday 3rd March 2024 at 11:55pm
Get in Touch:
Kim Symons – Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: k.symons@unsw.edu.au
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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