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• Manage, implement and enhance the Children’s University Tasmania program
• Effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders to foster children focused initiatives and policies
• Part-time (0.6FTE), fixed term until December 2026, based in Hobart

 About the opportunity

Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the Children’s University Tasmania program, based at the Peter Underwood Centre. This role involves coordinating and collaborating with a diverse network of stakeholders across schools, communities, and the University.

What you’ll do:

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with schools, Learning Destination organisations, the Peter Underwood Centre, University colleagues, and external stakeholders to deliver the Children’s University Tasmania program.
• Apply specialist knowledge and independent judgement to foster children focused, best practice program delivery, influence policy and lead initiatives that improve educational outcomes and drive meaningful change across Tasmania.
• Lead and coordinate delivery of key Children’s University Tasmania activities, including graduation ceremonies and communications planning, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and manage a volunteer program that supports child-focused, safe, and participatory program delivery, in partnership with Peter Underwood leadership and University experts.
• Provide strategic leadership and reporting, including preparing business cases, program designs, and impact reports to support funding proposals and initiatives.

­What we’re looking for:

• Strong organisational and project management skills, with proven ability to manage competing demands, prioritise tasks, and adapt to changing work priorities.
• Successful experience in implementing innovative programs within school or community settings and a good understanding of factors affecting educational success and attainment in Tasmania.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of building effective and respectful relationships and managing staff (particularly in geographically dispersed locations).
• Proficient in written communication, including preparing reports, business cases, and project plans, alongside demonstrated budget management capabilities.
• Competence using Microsoft Office, records management systems, databases, and social media for promotion and engagement.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 8 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $152,033 pro rata comprising base salary within the range of $114,282 to $129,943 pro rata plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
• In submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success profile criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Becky Shelley, r.shelley@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 6703.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 501428 - Manager Children's University.pdf

Applications close Wednesday, 24 September 2025, 11.55pm

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.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.