Senior Digital Business Partner
Job No.:569408
Work type:Continuing
Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
Higher Education Officer (HEO) 9
Full-Time, Continuing
About the Role
As a trusted advisor, you will collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for digital optimisation, contribute to the development of digital strategy, and ensure alignment with organisational goals. You’ll play a key role in shaping the university’s digital future, leveraging your expertise to deliver impactful solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Build strong partnerships with academic and administrative departments to understand business needs and drive digital transformation.
- Provide expert advice on digital solutions and initiatives, serving as a strategic partner to stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the university’s digital strategy.
- Identify innovative digital solutions in collaboration with IS teams.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of digital initiatives, using data and analytics to drive continuous improvement.
About You
- Strong understanding of digital technologies and trends (e.g., cloud computing, mobile apps, data analytics).
- Experience with digital platforms and tools (CMS, CRM, LMS).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work with and influence senior management.
- Strategic thinker with a collaborative, innovative, and customer-focused mindset.
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging technologies.
Essential Compliance
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, a Victorian Working with Children Check.
- Commitment to comply with all university policies, procedures, and regulatory obligations.
Why La Trobe?
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university.
- Work on inspiring campuses that foster collaboration and impact.
- Help transform the lives of students, partners, and communities.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
Learn more about our benefits: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/jobs/working/benefits
Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
- Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
https://f.io/KDo0ceng
Closing date: 30 September By 11:55pm
Enquiries: Melissa Magaton, Senior Talent Partner, Strategy and Senior Appointments
E. m.magaton@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below: 
50153045 Senior Digital Business Partner.pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter
- An up to date resume
Please scroll down to apply.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
