Job Description
Role type: Full-time,ContinuingDepartment:Student and Scholarly Services –Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education PortfolioSalary: SeniorManager1packagep.a.
including17%super
Lead a globally minded residential college / shape transformative student experience / strengthen alumni and community engagement
Apply now to lead International House's residential community and elevate student wellbeing, belonging and academic success.
Investing in you–17%superannuation,benefitspackage including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission tobenefitsociety through the transformative impact of education and research.
Discover more via our website.
Your next career chance In this senior role, you willshape theacademic and residential life atInternational House.
You willsupportan inclusive, globally mindedcommunityenabledbystudentwellbeingand participation, belonging, leadership and academic achievement.
You will collaboratewith other Colleges and Halls andwith teamsacross the Universitytostrengthenpartnerships,alumniengagementandthe overallresidentialexperience.
What you will deliver:
Lead a welcoming, inclusive residential community and design programmes thatenhancestudentbelonging,wellbeing,successandcivic responsibility.
Oversee student welfare, pastoral care, incidents and risks, ensuring safe, supportive environments and compliance with relevant legislation.
Strengthen relationships with students, alumni, donors and partners, advancing reputation,engagement,philanthropyandcommunity connections.
Provide inspirational leadership to staff and student leaders, overseeing operations,budgets,contractsandfacilities improvements.
Develop and implement strategic and operational plans for International House,



with clear KPIs and continuous improvement processes.
You maybe a great fitifyou:
Holda relevant postgraduatequalificationanddemonstratesubstantialmanagementexpertise,preferablyinhigher education orothercomplexorganisations.
Bring extensive experience in student accommodation or residential colleges, mentoring and supporting students' academic and social wellbeing.
Demonstrate success developing and delivering strategic and operational plans, leadingcontinuous improvement initiatives.
Provideoutstandingpeopleleadership,building collaborative, high-performing teams and managingperformance,operationsandfinancial resources.
Excel at relationship-building,consultationandnegotiation with diverse stakeholders, including executives, students,alumniand external partners.
Offer experience working with fundraising or advancement teams and, ideally, exposure to higher education environments.
What we offer you:
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation.
Supportivework arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailoredprogramsProgressive,considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balanceand well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave.
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company.




Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
Your new team – University Colleges and Residential Life
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 fosterwellbeing,belongingandsuccess.
You will join a collaborative leadership group across residences and services to design inclusive, impactful communities andprogrammes.
Together, you willcontribute toAdvancing Melbourne **** by enhancing student experience and strengthening alumni and community connections.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation.
The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We'recommitted to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout.
We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities.
Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians.
Visitour Indigenous staff page to learn more aboutour investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at ******
Applytoday,andjoin a communitythat'sshaping the future.
Applications close: Sunday 13th September **** at11:55 PM;Melbourne time zone.
Position Description:
PD - JR-****** Head, International House.pdf

📌 Head, International House (Victoria)
🏢 University of Melbourne Employees, Location, Alumni
📍 Victoria