Global Program Manager - UNSW Founders

UNSW; Council of the City of Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 127,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian university is seeking a Global Program Manager to lead the Global Innovation Foundry initiative. This role involves managing global startup programs, facilitating workshops, and engaging stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in program delivery and event management, along with strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a full-time, 2-year fixed term contract with hybrid working options and competitive salary.

Benefits

Hybrid/Flexible working options

Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period

Access to learning and career development

Progressive HR practices

Discounts and entitlements

Affordable on-campus parking

Qualifications

• Hands-on program, events, or delegations delivery experience in global markets.
• Experience in incubators, accelerators, or similar community-focused environments.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the GIF initiative.
• Deliver global startup programs and events.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions.
• Collaborate with the UNSW Office of Global Affairs.
• Engage stakeholders and manage priorities effectively.

Skills

Program delivery experience in global markets

Incubators and accelerators experience

Marketing and event management skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Advanced computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM tools

Job description

Position Overview

Global Program Manager - UNSW Founders. Lead the Global Innovation Foundry, a strategic initiative accelerating over 100 startups annually through global collaboration, investment, and market access.

Employment

Full-time, 2-year fixed term contract Jan 2026 to Jan 2028. Salary $127,351-$143,489 + 17% superannuation.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management, planning, and implementation of the GIF initiative.
• Deliver and manage global startup programs, events, workshops, and delegations.
• Facilitate workshops, deliver training, and host events.
• Collaborate with the UNSW Office of Global Affairs to enhance global innovation leadership.
• Engage stakeholders, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines efficiently.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on program, events, or delegations delivery experience in global markets.
• Experience in incubators, accelerators, or similar community‑focused environments.
• Marketing and event management skills; willing to travel internationally.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; advanced computer literacy (Microsoft Office, CRM tools).
• Commitment to UNSW values, objectives, and policies; understand and uphold health and safety responsibilities.

Benefits & Culture

• Hybrid/Flexible working options
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements
• Affordable on‑campus parking

About UNSW

UNSW is Australia’s number one university for impact and among the nation’s Top 20 employers. UNSW Founders supports staff, students, and alumni to build capabilities and networks to create positive impact through entrepreneurship.

EEO Statement

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. 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. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

How to Apply

Submit CV and Cover Letter (responses to Skills and Experience required nominated in the Position Description) via the APPLY button.

Contact

Shiree Thomas, Talent Acquisition Consultant – [e-mail]

Applications close

11.55pm, Tuesday 4th November 2025