Manager, Strategy

The University Of Melbourne; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Melbourne is seeking a strategic leader to drive delivery of the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences strategy at Parkville. You will translate high-level strategy into coordinated projects and partnerships with senior leaders, external partners, and internal stakeholders across six Schools and 41 departments.

You will lead priority initiatives, build briefing materials, and implement tools to improve visibility and accountability in delivery of strategic work.

Qualifications

• Lead priority strategic initiatives, including planning, coordination and execution under the guidance of the Director of Strategy and External Relations
• Develop and articulate faculty strategic priorities, producing clear briefings, plans, presentations and supporting documentation
• Provide project and coordination support for executive priorities, governance forums and leadership decision-making
• Coordinate stakeholders across Schools, disciplines and functions to align activities and minimise duplication
• Design and embed simple tools and processes that improve visibility, accountability and delivery of strategic work

Responsibilities

• Lead priority strategic initiatives, including planning, coordination and execution under the guidance of the Director of Strategy and External Relations
• Develop and articulate faculty strategic priorities, producing clear briefings, plans, presentations and supporting documentation
• Provide project and coordination support for executive priorities, governance forums and leadership decision-making
• Coordinate stakeholders across Schools, disciplines and functions to align activities and minimise duplication
• Design and embed simple tools and processes that improve visibility, accountability and delivery of strategic work

Skills

Strategy development

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Tertiary qualification or equivalent education in complex organisations

Job description

Role type:

Full Time; Continuing

Location:

Parkville

Faculty:

Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Salary:

UoM 8 - $125,191 - $135,504 plus 17% super

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 the delivery of strategy and a range of initiatives that will shape the future direction of the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. You will translate high-level strategy into coordinated projects and partnerships that support impactful health, research and education outcomes. You will gain broad exposure to senior leaders, complex stakeholders and external partners across the University and health sector.

What you will deliver:

• Lead priority strategic initiatives, including planning, coordination and execution under the guidance of the Director of Strategy and External Relations
• Develop and articulate faculty strategic priorities, producing clear briefings, plans, presentations and supporting documentation
• Provide project and coordination support for executive priorities, governance forums and leadership decision-making
• Coordinate stakeholders across Schools, disciplines and functions to align activities and minimise duplication
• Design and embed simple tools and processes that improve visibility, accountability and delivery of strategic work

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification, or bring equivalent education and experience in complex organisations
• Demonstrate experience in strategy development and project execution within large or matrixed environments
• Apply strong organisational and project management skills to manage multiple initiatives and deadlines
• Communicate clearly in writing and verbally, preparing high-quality briefings, reports and presentations
• Build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, negotiating priorities and influencing across boundaries
• Bring sound judgement, initiative, problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail to strategic work

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

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team

You will join the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, Australia's leading clinical, pre-clinical and health sciences faculty. Working within the Strategy and External Relations portfolio, you will collaborate with colleagues across six Schools, 41 departments and a rich network of hospital and research partners. You will contribute to a coordinated strategy function that supports Advancing Melbourne and delivers tangible benefits for communities' health and wellbeing.

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 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 Korin Korin, our Indigenous Employment and Development team, via ••••@unimelb.edu.au

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• 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. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Laura Soderlind via email at ••••@unimelb.edu.au
• For questions related to our recruitment process email Vanessa Phan at ••••@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 • •••• •218 or at ••••@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Applications close:

2 October 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.