Learning and Engagement Team Lead

University of Canberra; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

On-site medical services

Grocery store on campus

Early Childhood Education and Care on‑

Flexible, family‑friendly policies

Job summary

The University of Canberra is seeking a Learning and Engagement Team Lead within the People and Culture portfolio. You will lead initiatives to strengthen workforce capability, build leadership effectiveness and contribute to a positive staff experience across the University.

You will develop contemporary approaches to professional development and engagement, collaborating with teams across UC to bring new ideas and energy while supporting inclusive, empowering work environments.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing learning and engagement programs.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Ability to own the learning and engagement function and drive outcomes.
• Collaborative, innovative and customer‑focused with a commitment to inclusive environments.
• Experience with survey/feedback tools and staff listening programs.
• Experience working with LMS/SCORM packages is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives that strengthen workforce capability and leadership effectiveness.
• Shape contemporary learning and engagement approaches and staff development programs.
• Own the learning and engagement function and drive measurable outcomes.
• Build strong relationships across the University to improve staff experience and engagement.

Skills

Learning programs

Engagement programs

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

LMS/SCORM

Survey tools

Team development

Cross‑functional collaboration

Tools

LMS

Job description

University of Canberra The University of Canberra (UoC) is Australia’s capital public university. It was primarily known as the Canberra College of Advanced Education when it was founded in 1967. It aims to provide the kind of...

University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” UC is engrained in the community and committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a hub of innovation & opportunity. Ranked number one in Canberra for graduate outcomes and student support, UC values progress over perfection, inclusion over competition, and real‑world impact over prestige. If you’re looking for a career that matters, where you can belong, grow, and help shape what’s next, you’ll find your place at UC.

About the role:

The People and Culture team plays an important role in creating a positive, inclusive and high‑performing workplace, delivering contemporary people practices, programs and initiatives that support the University’s people and strategic priorities.

Sitting within the People and Culture team and reporting to the Capability and Culture Manager, the Learning and Engagement Team Lead is a newly created role with a genuine opportunity to shape the position and make it your own.

You will join a passionate team that values collaboration, creativity and getting things done. Working closely with colleagues across the University, you will lead initiatives that strengthen workforce capability, build leadership effectiveness and contribute to a positive staff experience.

This is a role where you can make a visible contribution and add real value to the University. You will have the opportunity to bring new ideas, develop contemporary approaches to professional development and engagement, and create initiatives that help our people and organisation thrive.

The ideal candidate will bring creativity, initiative and a genuine passion for learning, culture, engagement and organisational development. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy building strong relationships and bring fresh ideas and energy.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience developing and implementing learning and engagement programs
• Ability to own the learning and engagement function, drive outcomes
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels.
• Experience providing leadership, guidance and support to team members, promoting professional growth, engagement and performance.
• Collaborative, innovative and customer-focused, with a commitment to creating inclusive environments where people feel respected, valued and empowered to contribute.
• Experience with survey and feedback tools, experience running staff listening programs.
• Experience working with LMS and SCORM packages are advantageous

Not sure how your skills and experience align with the role and want to discuss your interest? We are keen to hear from you, contact Abbey via the details provided below. Recognising people communicate and process information differently, we support multiple ways to participate in the recruitment evaluation. For reasonable adjustment, please reach out to Abbey or the UCTalent team.

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be further explored on our “ Work at UC ” site such as flexible, family-friendly policies, on site gym, on site medical services, a grocery store, and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.

We believe people deserve to feel welcome, supported, and empowered to realise their potential. Being a values based organisation, UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via our Reconnected Strategy . UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

• Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
• The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au