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Manager, programs

Geelong
Deakin University
Posted: 7 June
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Job Location and Terms

Based at HERB, Barwon Health with hybrid work arrangements. Full-time and fixed term until 31 January 2029.

HEW 8 $118,801 - $136,018 + 17% Superannuation.

Benefits

At Deakin, we offer on‐site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, convenient parking, flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave, options to purchase additional time off, staff discounts on travel, health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and an inclusive supportive culture.

Role Overview

The Manager, Programs is responsible for driving the establishment, growth, and effective operation of MAGNET (Mental Health Australia General Clinical Trials Network). The role provides strategic and operational leadership to implement the systems, governance, and processes required to support large‐scale, innovative clinical trials that improve mental health practice. This includes overseeing MAGNET's platforms and governance structures, leading the development and delivery of a sustainable business and financial plan, and ensuring alignment with the network's vision and priorities in collaboration with the grant CIA, Steering Committee, and Secretariat.

As a Programs Manager You Will
* Analyse complex issues and negotiate effective solutions with stakeholders
* Lead initiatives and drive improvement in processes and practices
* Influence and support change across teams and functions
* Build collaboration and partnerships across areas
* Lead sustainable business and financial planning
* Provide expert advice aligned to organisational priorities
To Be Successful, You'll Have
* Postgraduate qualifications or extensive relevant experience and management expertise; or equivalent combination of experience and/or education/training
* Experience leading programs or functions and driving improvement
* Strong analytical and strategic capability
* Ability to influence stakeholders

Applications to close on Friday 3rd July.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre‐employment Safety and Suitability Checks

In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender‐based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre‐employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender‐based violence declarations. Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‐based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‐based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‐based violence. A 'Yes' response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University's safety obligations.

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