- Remuneration circa $120,000 plus super, according to experience

- Canberra Location

- Hybrid Work Arrangement

- Initial 14 Month Contract with the Possibility of Extension

About the Role

CBR Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with TAFE Directors Australia (TDA) to recruit a high calibre Manager, Brand, Operations and IT. TDA is a peak national body representing Australia’s TAFE institutes and university TAFE divisions. They support member institutes, lead advocacy for quality skills in Australia, and manage professional development opportunities and thought leadership for members. TDA is driven by their values of collaboration, independence, integrity, and team cohesion.

This role is responsible for leading the business operations, IT systems, and brand management functions of TDA, ensuring the organisation’s technology, processes, communications, and projects effectively support its strategic objectives and the National TAFE Network (NTN). It oversees Microsoft 365 administration, digital system development, website and brand management, stakeholder relationships, event technology, and operational support, while driving continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience across business operations and IT management, strong technical skills in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, websites, and digital workflows, along with excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and creative content development capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and manage TDA’s business operations to support organisational performance and strategic objectives.

- Administer and maintain the Microsoft 365 environment, including SharePoint, Teams and related systems.

- Design and implement digital systems,



workflows and automation solutions to improve efficiency.

- Manage relationships with IT providers and other external contractors to ensure value for money and service quality.

- Oversee the development and maintenance of TDA and National TAFE Network branding, websites and digital assets.

- Create and manage communication materials, graphics, social media content and publication formatting.

- Provide technical and operational support for online and face-to-face events, including webinars and conventions.

- Support reporting, advocacy and governance activities through data collection, analysis and stakeholder engagement.

- Ensure compliance with organisational policies, funding obligations, workplace legislation and professional standards while contributing to a cooperative team culture.

What You Will Need

- Experience in business operations functions with emphasis on IT operations.

- Advanced skills in IT usage and implementation.

- Experience using Microsoft 365 and the Adobe Creative Suite.

- Excellent communication skills.

- The ability to review and negotiate contracts.

- Experience in social media and web content management software.

- Capability to use relevant tools such as WordPress, Windows, MYOB, Zoom, and Mailchimp.

You will be rewarded with a dynamic, flexible, interesting role with competitive remuneration along with the opportunity to contribute to the important work of a values-driven team. For more information about the opportunity, contact Adam or Shelley Kowalski on 02 •••• •000, by emailing ••••@cbrrecruitment.com.au, or by clicking "Apply".

Applications, consisting of a one page pitch outlining why you are the best candidate for the role, along with your current CV, close on 29 October 2026.

Job Reference: 20••••104

📌 Manager, Brand, Operations and IT (Canberra)
🏢 CBR Recruitment
📍 Canberra