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The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. 

• Lead the strategic design and delivery of impactful student placements across health disciplines
• Build strong partnerships with industry and community to shape future-ready graduates
• Ongoing full-time role based in Hobart, Launceston, Burnie or Rozelle (NSW)

About the Opportunity

This role leads the strategic development, governance, and continuous improvement of Professional Experience Placement (PEP) and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programs within UTAS Health.. It ensures high-quality, compliant, and future-focused placement experiences while maintaining oversight of industry partnerships and program governance. A strong background in health and a deep understanding of how health systems operate are essential, as the role works closely with academic and industry leaders to develop sustainable placement models that meet accreditation standards and workforce needs. The position also oversees operational systems, performance metrics, and funding strategies, while coaching internal teams to deliver impactful, career-ready learning across all campuses and regions.

What’s Required

• Extensive experience in healthcare or higher education organisations as it relates to quality and safety, continuous improvement and accreditation processes.
• The capacity to develop expertise in the local, national and international legal and regulatory frameworks impacting PEP, along with a sound understanding of contemporary issues relating to learning and teaching and PEP within health care agencies and higher education.
• Demonstrated capability to build and sustain transformative partnerships with industry partners to enable quality learning and teaching opportunities for students in PEP
• Proven ability to build effective teams and positive cultures that support staff and students to thrive.
• Experience in driving and promoting high quality outcomes with capacity to manage the associated compliance and risk.

What’s on Offer?

You’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including.

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
• 17% Superannuation contribution
• Health and fitness membership options
• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
• Health Insurance and Banking
• Novated Leasing

Belong - Be You

People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.

How to Apply?

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you.

• This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
• Please provide your up-to-date resume.
• A 1-2 page cover letter outlining your motivation for the role.
• For further information about this position, please contact Hayley Elmer – Hayley.Elmer@utas.edu.au

 Position Description - 501133 - Director Health Partnerships -UTAS Health.pdf

Applications for this role will close Sunday of 29 June at 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.