Special Initiatives & Partnership Manager

Job No.: 495142

School/Unit: Executive Management

Location: Main Campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Fixed - Term 

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The Opportunity

The Special Initiatives & Partnership Manager leads and coordinates special initiatives that support MUM’s strategic goals, research priorities including local and international collaborations . The role oversees the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of special initiative projects, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, governance requirements, timelines, and budgets. Working closely with senior leadership, Schools, professional service units, and external stakeholders, the position facilitates cross campus collaboration and supports initiatives across areas such as social impact partnership and research development. Key responsibilities include project coordination, stakeholder engagement, governance support, project impact reporting, and strategic project communications. The position requires strong project and partnership management including organisational , analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Reporting Line: The position reports to Chief of Staff

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Position Description

Special Initiative and Partnership Manager.pdf

Your application

Your application must address the selection criteria. For instructions on how to apply, please refer to “How to apply for Monash Jobs”.

Enquiries

For further enquiries, please email us at norlaila.izir@Monash.edu

Please submit all applications via our official career site. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be considered.

Monash University Malaysia reserves the right to delay or not to proceed with an appointment for the above-mentioned position.

Job Closing Date

8 July 2026 11:55 pm MYT