"*Manager, UOW Academy"

• Permanent/continuing, full-time appointment
• Level 8/9 - $120,866 - $149,960 + 17% superannuation

The University of Wollongong is seeking a dynamic, forward‑thinking learning and development leader to guide the creation of the UOW Academy—our centre for professional, academic and capability development.

About the Role

In this leadership role, you’ll design and deliver impactful learning experiences that uplift capability, strengthen leadership, and support career growth across our diverse University community. Working closely with senior leaders, academic experts and partners across UOW, you’ll ensure our solutions are contemporary, inclusive and anticipating future workforce needs.

You’ll lead a small, talented team and collaborate with key internal stakeholders and partners to bring high‑quality, values‑aligned development offerings to life. You’ll have the scope to innovate, influence and shape a cohesive learning ecosystem that supports UOW’s strategic direction.

What You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualifications and strong experience in L&D, OD or similar.
• Proven ability to design and deliver engaging blended learning programs.
• Strong facilitation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience leading teams and managing external vendors.
• A commitment to innovation, continuous improvement and values‑led development.

Why Join Us?

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping capability across a vibrant and ambitious university community, working within a supportive People & Culture team dedicated to delivering an exceptional employee experience. 

If you’re energised by building capability, driving meaningful change and creating learning that matters, we’d love to hear from you.

For further information please contact Cilla Allan, Director Culture, Capability & Belonging cillaa@uow.edu.au

How to Apply 

Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

Position Description 

Closing Date:  Wednesday 18 March 2026, 11:59 PM

The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.

• Job Identification
• 6058
• Job Category
• Human Resources
• Posting Date
• 03/05/2026, 02:26 PM
• Apply Before
• 03/18/2026, 08:55 PM
• Job Schedule
• Full time
• Locations
•  Northfields Ave, Wollongong, NSW, 2522, AU