Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week) Duration: Fixed Term until 21st December **** Remuneration: Level 8 from $132k + 17% superannuation and leave loading Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Working Arrangements) Why your role matters The Manager, Business Strategy Planning plays a key role in leading the operational delivery of the Strategy Planning function within the Registrar Student Services (RaSS) portfolio.
Working closely with the Head, Strategy Planning, the role translates strategic priorities into an integrated program of work, bringing together planning, analysis, governance and continuous improvement activities to support informed decision-making and shape the portfolio's future operating model.
Providing day-to-day leadership across agreed workstreams, the Manager ensures high-quality outcomes are delivered on time and in line with governance requirements.
The role builds strong relationships with senior stakeholders across RaSS, the broader Division of Education Student Experience and the University, coordinating consultation, interpreting business needs and turning complex information into clear, evidence-based insights and recommendations.
Reporting to the Head, Strategy Planning and leading one direct report, this role is an chance to contribute to strategic and operational priorities across a complex portfolio, influence how services evolve, and help translate strategy into practical, coordinated action.
Specific accountabilities include: Manage delivery of the portfolio strategic planning agenda established by the Head, Strategy Planning, translating agreed priorities into an integrated work program with clear outcomes, sequencing, milestones and accountabilities.
Lead the day-to-day operation of the Strategy Planning function, including allocating work, supervising direct reports, coordinating dependencies and ensuring agreed deliverables are completed to the required quality and timeframe.




Coordinate stakeholder consultation to gather and interpret business requirements, coordinate analytical input, and prepare evidence-based recommendations for the Head, Strategy Planning on resource allocation, service design and transformation.
Develop and maintain planning and governance processes that support consistent application across the RaSS function and alignment with priorities established by the Head, Strategy Planning.
About You: Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
Demonstrated experience leading operational delivery of strategic planning, service improvement or transformation initiatives within a large and complex organisation.
Strong ability to translate strategic priorities into structured work programs, manage competing priorities and achieve timely delivery.
Demonstrated capability to supervise staff, coordinate work allocation and support team performance.
Excellent consultation, influencing and negotiation skills, with proven ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, test assumptions and develop robust recommendations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports, presentations and executive-level documentation.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities,



work independently and/or collaboratively when required and maintain focus in a dynamic environment.
For further details on role responsibilities and skills experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on Jobs@UNSW.
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: Adaptable working options.
Career development opportunities.
17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments.
Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period.
Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness).
For further details on the benefits, please visit Pre-Employment Checks As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to Apply: Submit your CV cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) before *****pm Sunday 30th August ****.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
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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.
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📌 Manager, Business Strategy & Planning (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales