Senior Program Manager

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Campus Location: Melbourne, Australia

Job No: APTAV126410#002

Outstanding opportunity for an experienced Program Manager to have real world impact leading an ambitious precinct strategy

Join a highly motivated team working at the intersection between university, government and industry delivering programs that shape communities

ACU offers 17% employer superannuation, salary packaging and generous leave provisions

Full time, fixed term 2 year opportunity with some hybrid flexibility working at Melbourne campus

About the role:

Operating within the Office of the Major External Programs (Government), the Senior Program Manager plays a pivotal role leading the acceleration of ACU's precinct blueprint and implementation framework translating strategic intent into coordinated, deliverable programs that have measurable impact on shaping communities. The position will drive the project momentum from concept to execution and oversee sequencing, governance and delivery across complex, multiple stakeholder initiatives. With a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Program Manager develops senior internal and external relationships, shapes program architecture, implements strategy and ensures an alignment between policy objectives, funding frameworks and institutional priorities. Reporting to the Director, the senior program manager role is ideal for someone who thrives in influence-led environments balancing strategy, delivery and collaboration across academia, government, industry and community.

For full position details, refer to the position description

Contact:

General enquiries can be sent to Julie Rothacker, Director Major External Programs at: Julie.rothacker@acu.edu.au

What we offer:

The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement.

Total remuneration valued to $138,111 - $154,409 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $116,706 - $130,478 (pro rata) pa (HEW 8), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff.

Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date.

As an ACU staff member, you will have access to generous benefits which include but not limited to: flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging. Find out more information about the benefits or working at ACU here.

How to Apply:

Step 1: Review the Position Description and become familiar with Our Mission and the Application process

Step 2: Click the 'View Position Description and Apply' button, and populate your candidate application details, including your:

Resume.

Recommended responses to the Selection Criteria and Core Competencies in a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) or in the online Declaration and Criteria application page.

Brief online responses to any pre-screening employment questions.

Applications close: 01-MAY-2026 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time

Preferred candidates will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks, including those related to gender-based violence and foreign interference, in line with ACU's compliance requirements.

Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position. For permanent/ continuing roles, applicants must have permanent work rights. For further information visit Immigration and Citizenship(homeaffairs.gov.au)

Your Privacy of personal information is maintained in accordance with ACU policy. For more details visit: www.acu.edu.au/careers

ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. This is underpinned by our mission and values, grounded in our respect for all people and the advancement of the common good. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact recruitment@acu.edu.au to discuss your requirements in confidence.

About ACU:

Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,500 staff supporting more than 34,000 students across eight campuses - Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown and Rome.

ACU aspires to be a home for our staff, offer the care of a family and develop an academic and professional community. Whatever your faith or culture, and whether you are academic or professional staff, there are many opportunities both for learning and contributing at ACU.

As valued members of our community, all staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU's mission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them.

ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.

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