Job Description

Role type: Full-time, Continuing

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Department: Student and Scholarly Services - Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education Portfolio

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Salary: Senior Manager 1 package p.a. including 17% super

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Lead a globally minded residential college / shape transformative student experience / strengthen alumni and community engagement

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I nvesting in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and career development opportunities.

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The University of Melbourne

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We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website .

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Your next career opportunity

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In this senior role, you will shape the academic and residential life at International House .

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You will support an inclusive, globally minded community enabled by student wellbeing and participation , belonging, leadership and academic achievement.

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You will collaborate with other Colleges and Halls and with teams across the University to strengthen partnerships, alumni engagement and the overall residential experience.

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What you will deliver :

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- Lead a welcoming, inclusive residential community and design programmes that enhance student belonging, wellbeing, success and civic responsibility.
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- Oversee student welfare, pastoral care, incidents and risks, ensuring safe, supportive environments and compliance with relevant legislation.
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- Strengthen relationships with students, alumni, donors and partners, advancing reputation, engagement, philanthropy and community connections.
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- Provide inspirational leadership to staff and student leaders, overseeing operations, budgets, contracts and facilities improvements.
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- Develop and implement strategic and operational plans for International House, with clear KPIs and continuous improvement processes.
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You may be a great fit if you:

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- Hold a relevant postgraduate qualification and demonstrate substantial management expertise , preferably in higher edu cation or other complex organisations .
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- Bring extensive experience in student accommodation or residential colleges, mentoring and supporting students' academic and social wellbeing.
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- Demonstrate success developing and delivering strategic and operational plans, leading continuous improvement initiatives.
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- Provide outstanding people leadership, building collaborative, high-performing teams and managing performance, operations and financial resources.
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- Excel at relationship-building, consultation and negotiation with diverse stakeholders, including executives, students, alumni and external partners.
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- Offer experience working with fundraising or advancement teams and, ideally, exposure to higher education environments.
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For further information please refer to the attached PD .

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What we offer you :

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We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

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- Build future financial security with 17% superannuation.
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- Supportive work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.
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- Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave.
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- Salary packaging and access to a range of discount e services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company.
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- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
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For more information check out our benefits page!

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Your new team - " University Colleges and Residential Life "

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International House sits within the University Colleges and Residential Life portfolio in Student and Scholarly Services. The portfolio unites University-owned colleges and halls to deliver residential experiences that foster wellbeing, belonging and success.

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You will join a collaborative leadership group across residences and services to design inclusive, impactful communities and programmes . Together, you will contribute to Advancing Melbourne 2030 by enhancing student experience and strengthening alumni and community connections.

📌 Head, International House (Parkville)
🏢 UniMelb
📍 Parkville