Overview
Role type: Full time; Location: Parkville; School: Melbourne Law School (MLS); Department: Indigenous Law and Justice Hub; Salary: UoM 9 – $146,049 – $151,951 plus 17% superannuation.
Role Summary
Senior Program Manager – Indigenous Law and Justice Hub. This is an identified Indigenous leadership role, open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants under the Equal Opportunity Act. The incumbent will translate strategic priorities into culturally safe programs supporting Indigenous students, communities, research partnerships and justice initiatives.
Responsibilities
* Lead planning and delivery of the Hub's work program, ensuring alignment with the Director's vision and MLS priorities.
* Establish and refine governance, operational and financial systems that support compliant, efficient and scalable Hub operations.
* Provide inclusive leadership for professional staff, setting clear expectations and cultivating a respectful, culturally safe, high‐performing team.
* Oversee major programs, events and initiatives, coordinating student engagement, community partnerships, research support and administration.
* Build strong relationships with Indigenous communities and university stakeholders, ensuring culturally safe, coherent and well‐communicated Hub activities.
Qualifications
* Hold tertiary qualifications and extensive management experience, or equivalent skills gained through relevant education and roles.
* Demonstrate deep understanding of Indigenous self‐determination, cultural safety and respectful engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
* Bring proven success leading complex programs within large, decentralised organisations, including governance, risk and compliance responsibilities.
* Exhibit advanced written and verbal communication skills, producing high‐quality reports, briefings and advice for senior audiences.
* Provide experienced people leadership, including supervision, delegation, performance management and fostering culturally safe, collaborative team cultures.
* Excel at building trusted relationships with Indigenous communities, senior leaders and partners, representing your organisation with integrity.
* Possess prior experience working with Indigenous communities in Victoria.
* Have a current driver's licence and a willingness to travel.
Benefits
* Competitive base salary and 17% superannuation.
* Flexible work arrangements supporting inclusion and well‐being.
* Career development opportunities, including tailored leadership programs and learning platforms.
* Progressive leave provisions – parental, gender affirmation and cultural leave.
* Salary packaging and access to discounted services (e.g., health insurance, leisure).
* Access to comprehensive health and well‐being services, including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
Equal Opportunity
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‐safe organisation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities and experiences. Indigenous Australian applicants are encouraged to apply for this role.
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