Role type: Full time, Fixed term for 3 years Department: Chancellery; Global Culture & Engagement Salary: Senior Manager 1 salary package including up to 17% super Shape flagship Australia–Asia BRIDGE school partnerships / lead DFAT-funded programs / grow sustainable intercultural education impact Step into a pivotal leadership role delivering high-impact Australia–Asia education programs with lasting regional influence. Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package 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 to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity You will lead Asialink’s flagship school partnership programs connecting Australian and Southeast Asian educators and students. You will shape strategy, partnerships and delivery to ensure these DFAT-funded programs deliver measurable educational and intercultural impact. What you will deliver: Lead strategy, design and growth of Asialink’s education portfolio, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and DFAT objectives. Oversee end-to-end delivery of BRIDGE school partnership programs, ensuring quality learning outcomes, compliance and effective cross-organisational collaboration. Cultivate strategic relationships with DFAT, governments and education partners across Australia and Southeast Asia to support program success. Manage human and financial resources, including budgeting, forecasting, risk, reporting and supervision of Indonesia-based education staff. Lead monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks to evidence impact, improve performance and meet funding partner reporting requirements. You may be a great fit if you: Hold postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field, or equivalent experience in complex program leadership roles. Demonstrate strategic program leadership delivering complex education or capability programs across dynamic, multi-country environments. Manage funding agreements, budgets, governance obligations and relationships with government or major funding partners. Bring deep knowledge of Asia-Pacific education systems, international education and intercultural capability, particularly Australia–Asia engagement. Apply advanced monitoring, evaluation and analytical approaches using data and digital platforms to drive continuous improvement. Communicate credibly with senior stakeholders,



building trusted relationships across cultures and representing organisations at high levels. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! 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:

- Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and 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 – “Global Culture and Engagement” Working within Asialink, you will join a purpose-driven team advancing Australia’s engagement with Asia through education and partnerships. You will collaborate with the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, delivery teams, and colleagues across Australia and Indonesia and broader Asia locations. Together you will deliver high-profile, DFAT-funded programs. The team values intercultural capability, evidence-based practice and impact, strong collaborative instincts, and offers opportunities to lead region-wide initiatives connecting schools. 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're committed 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. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected]. You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. Applications close: 4th October. 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: PD -JR-018462 - Program Director, Education.docx PD - JR-018462 - Program Director, Education.pdf Explore leadership opportunities to shape the future and growth of the University of Melbourne - Executive Opportunities Welcome to the University of Melbourne – where our vision for positive societal change creates impact. Join our community of world-class thinkers, where innovation thrives, and your ideas shape the future. At the University of Melbourne, your potential is our priority. Elevate your career, make a real difference, and be part of a diverse community that values your unique contribution. Your journey to professional and personal growth starts here. Discover more at - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/ At the heart of our mission is a commitment to enriching society through education and research. Through our strategy "Advancing Melbourne," we're not just shaping our own future; we're shaping the future of the state, the nation, and our global community. Together, we propel Australia forward, positioning it as an ambitious, forward-thinking leader on the world stage. Our staff play a key role in elevating Australia's reputation and influence globally. Your contributions are the driving force behind our ambition to be a leading force for positive change. Join us, and let's advance Melbourne – and the world – together. Discover more The University has committed to a strategic vision which aims to create a thriving, fair and diverse university community, working together respectfully to make a difference to each other and in the world. Join us on our journey to build a future where everyone in our community can feel a solid sense of belonging, and diverse perspectives fuel success. Discover more Want to know more about us, our processes, or future opportunities? We would love to connect with you! Get in touch with our friendly Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]

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