Regional Centre Manager - Education Impact & Partnerships

CUC Ovens Murray Ltd; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Country Universities Centre Ovens Murray is seeking a Centre Manager to lead operations across Wangaratta, Mansfield and Corryong. You will support students, implement strategic plans and manage three hubs with a small team.

You will build partnerships with universities and employers and shape engagement, marketing strategies and service delivery while ensuring high-quality administration, governance and community impact across regional Victoria.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior management or leadership role within education/not-for-profit sectors is essential.
• Strong operational and project management capabilities with a track record of driving continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships with government, industry, and community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality student support and guidance to ensure an exceptional learning experience.
• Manage the Centre's facilities, resources and technology for maximum utilisation and accessibility.
• Develop and implement operational plans and policies to support Centre goals.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key employers to support workforce development.
• Foster relationships with university partners, local stakeholders and the community.
• Oversee administrative functions including finance, grants, HR and marketing.
• Lead, mentor and develop a small team of support staff.
• Report on performance to the Board and funders and contribute to improvements.

Skills

Senior management experience

Operations management

Strategic partnerships

Networking

Student engagement & retention

MS Office & social media

Regional communities understanding

Job description

Country Universities Centre Ovens Murray is seeking a Centre Manager to lead operations across Wangaratta, Mansfield and Corryong. You will support students, implement strategic plans and manage three hubs with a small team.

You will build partnerships with universities and employers and shape engagement, marketing strategies and service delivery while ensuring high-quality administration, governance and community impact across regional Victoria.