ARC ITTC Centre Manager

• Full-time, 3-Year Fixed Term position
• Salary Level HEW 8 ($116,551- $131,257 p.a.) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and the potential to work across other RMIT campuses as required

Lead operations for a national research centre driving carbon neutral infrastructure through industry and academic collaboration

About the Opportunity

Join a nationally significant initiative shaping the future of sustainable infrastructure.

RMIT is establishing a major research centre focused on transforming how infrastructure is designed, built, operated and decommissioned to achieve carbon neutrality across its full lifecycle. Bringing together leading experts from universities, industry, and government, this collaborative centre is driving innovation at scale and building capability that will influence infrastructure practice in Australia and globally.

This is your opportunity to play a central leadership role in a high profile, high impact environment focused on real world change.

About the Role

As the ARC ITTC Centre Manager, you will be the driving force behind the successful operation of a complex, multi partner research centre. Working closely with the Centre Director and executive leadership group, you will lead the operational delivery of the Centre's strategy and ensure everything runs effectively behind the scenes. You will connect people, coordinate activity, and enable outcomes across a diverse network of stakeholders. Your work will directly support cutting edge research, industry collaboration, and the development of future leaders in sustainable infrastructure.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead day to day operations of the Centre, ensuring smooth and effective delivery across all activities
• Drive planning, coordination, and reporting across multiple projects and partner organisations
• Manage budgets, financial tracking, and reporting requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with academic, industry, and government stakeholders
• Support governance processes and prepare high quality reports and strategic documents
• Oversee communications, including digital presence, events, and stakeholder engagement
• Enable collaboration across institutions by establishing clear communication channels and processes
• Support researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and HDR candidates

About You

You are a highly organised and proactive professional who thrives in complex, fast paced environments.

You bring a collaborative mindset and enjoy working with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve meaningful outcomes. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity, solving problems, and keeping multiple priorities on track.

You will demonstrate:

• Strong experience working across diverse stakeholder groups including academia, industry, and government
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce high quality reports and manage communications channels
• Proven ability to manage complex programs or operations and deliver results
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail, particularly in financial oversight and reporting
• Experience supporting collaboration across large or distributed teams
• An understanding of research environments, innovation, or technology focused programs
• A team-oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to high performance

Qualifications:
Mandatory: A Bachelor's degree, or equivalent qualifications and/or extensive relevant experience in a similar role in a large and complex organisation.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Professor Chun Qing Li via email chunqing.li@rmit.edu.au.

For further information regarding recruitment processes, please contact Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au Please do not share your application to this email address.

Position Description - ARC ITTC Centre Manager

Applications close on Sunday 14 June 2026 at 11.59pm.