"Manager, Children's University"

• Lead, shape and advance the future of Children’s University Swinburne as Manager
• Full-time, ongoing position based at our Hawthorn campus
• HEW 8 + 17% super and staff benefits

About the Role

The Children’s University Swinburne is a transformative program inspiring young people aged 8–18 to raise their aspirations and develop a lifelong passion for learning. Through strong partnerships with schools and community learning destinations, the program delivers a rich range of engaging experiences that highlight diverse learning pathways and future career opportunities. Students’ achievements are celebrated and formally recognised through certificates awarded at annual graduation ceremonies.

The Manager, Children’s University plays a pivotal leadership role in shaping and advancing the program’s impact. This role leads the strategic direction and growth of Children’s University Swinburne, building meaningful relationships with key stakeholders, securing funding, and strengthening the program’s profile both internally and externally. The Manager is responsible for ensuring program milestones are achieved, overseeing evaluation and reporting, and managing the program budget to support sustainable growth.

If you are passionate about education, equity and creating opportunities for young people to thrive, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of Children’s University Swinburne.

About You

To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

• Under the broad direction of the Associate Director, Schools Engagement develop and lead the strategy to grow the Children’s University program at Swinburne.
• Build a network of high-level stakeholders to advocate for and champion the program.
• Provide authoritative advice and information on policies and procedures relating to equity and diversity issues and working with children.
• Collaborate with key central teams to build and maintain support for and visibility of the program and ensure it aligns with organisational priorities. Lead the CUS program
• Lead and provide advice on funding applications and work to secure future funding for the program.
• Lead the Children’s University team to form effective partnerships with schools and Learning Destinations in order to successfully deliver the program as evidenced by number of school and Learning Destination partners and number of Members.
• Oversee key events to ensure strategic alignment with both program and Swinburne University priorities.
• Establish and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with central teams and internal stakeholders, such as Communications, Advancement and the Academic Schools, to develop programs and support the delivery of the program.
• Develop and nurture productive relationships with colleagues across Swinburne, with emphasis on values of trust, collaboration, and shared leadership.

For more information please refer to the job description.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.

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

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au

Applications Close: February 24th at 11.00pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone).

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

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