Overview
Manager, Operations and Programs - Centre for Humanitarian Leadership
$118,801 - $136,018 + 17% Superannuation
- Adaptable location + hybrid work arrangements
- Full-time and fixed-term until December 2026
About CHL
The Centre for Humanitarian Leadership (CHL) is an award-winning partnership between Deakin University and Save the Children Australia. Established in 2011 as an innovative combination of academic rigour and humanitarian practice, CHL supports crisis and humanitarian leaders in more than 90 countries with accredited and non-accredited academic courses in multiple languages. CHL champions humanitarian action that centres the agency of affected communities, respects diverse perspectives, elevates local actors, and furthers social justice. Come join a energetic, high-performing team that is working to improve humanitarian and disaster response globally. It’s a unique opportunity to engage with local leaders, academia, non-governmental organisations, government stakeholders, and philanthropic funders who work to improve humanitarian outcomes for people living in crisis.
Responsibilities
- Form part of the CHL leadership team, contributing to overall direction, operations, and stakeholder engagement. Guide complex programs, budget management, and donor engagement; lead a small team and step in for the Director during times of leave or travel.
- Work with team members to facilitate growth and development by giving balanced, constructive feedback aligned with Deakin’s code of conduct and university strategies and policies.
- Provide strategic input into CHL leadership and committee meetings, representing the Centre in internal and external stakeholder engagements.
- Deliver high-level specialist advice to the University on CHL projects, grants, and strategic initiatives.
- Oversee commercial opportunities, including tenders for education, commissioned research, and professional development programs.
- Strengthen stakeholder engagement by supporting donor proposals and contributing to fundraising efforts with the CHL Director and partners.
Qualifications
- Experience or accreditation in project management with ability to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate.
- Experience collaborating to develop and implement new frameworks and practices within a complex environment.
- Experience with donor compliance, log frames and fundamentals of monitoring and evaluation.
- Experience managing large, complex institutional and philanthropic donor awards.
- Understanding and experience of humanitarian work and humanitarian environments; knowledge of related educational and research funding environments is desirable.
How to apply
Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience by clicking the Apply button.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Jess Plummer (Senior Communications Advisor) on (emailprotected)
For a copy of the position description, please see below:
Applications close on Monday, 29 September 2025 at 11:55pm.
Benefits and culture
At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as flexible leave options (including parental leave and the option to purchase additional leave), versatile working arrangements to support work-life balance, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and an inclusive and supportive culture online and on campus.
Are You Ready?
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through education, research, and innovation.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions and respects differences. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and genders.
EEO statement
We are an inclusive employer and value diversity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Note
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📌 Manager, Operations and Programs - Centre for Humanitarian Leadership
🏢 Deakin University
📍 Melbourne