Manager Strategic Partnerships

11 hours ago

Perth, Western Australia Edith Cowan University Full time
Overview

$136,958 to $143,228 pa + 17% Superannuation
Edith Cowan University (ECU) – School of Business and Law, Joondalup Campus
Ongoing, full-time

The School of Business and Law is committed to delivering high-quality teaching, learning experiences and applied research. The School is AACSB accredited and offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs, executive education, and research degrees. The School is expanding and moving to the ECU City Campus at Yagan Square in 2025, a landmark facility in the Perth CBD.

Position: Manager Strategic Partnerships

Opportunity: Lead and execute complex, strategically aligned projects that foster collaboration, innovation and measurable impact. Act as the liaison between the School and business stakeholders, developing and securing long-term relationships across local, national and international contexts.

Responsibilities (illustrative)

Note: The role description focuses on strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement and project delivery that align with the School and University strategy.

  • Shape and execute complex, strategically aligned projects that foster collaboration and innovation.
  • Act as liaison between the School and business stakeholders to promote and secure long-term relationships.
  • Lead project ideation, initiation and delivery in alignment with strategic goals.
  • Collaborate across teams to build strategic partnerships that enhance organisational impact.
Selection Criteria
  • Postgraduate qualifications with extensive relevant experience, or equivalent expertise through training and professional accreditation.
  • Proven experience leading multi-stakeholder projects, managing teams, and delivering business change to achieve outcomes.
  • Strong relationship management, negotiation and communication skills, with a focus on customer service and stakeholder engagement.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and build strategic partnerships that enhance organisational impact.
  • Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the capacity to manage risks, competing priorities and complex issues.
  • Accountability for delivering results, driving continuous improvement, and aligning outcomes with organisational strategy.
Benefits

ECU offers flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, wellbeing initiatives, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation, as part of a positive employment experience aligned with ECU values.

Contact and Application

Associate Professor Suku Sukunesan
Phone: (08) 6304 3293
Email: s.sukunesan@ecu.edu.au

Please upload an up-to-date resume and a brief covering letter (max 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role.

Advert Closure

Applications close Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 11:30pm AWST. ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date; early applications are encouraged.

Working rights: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WITH RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to equity and diversity and support adjustments during the recruitment process and employment. For more information on equity, diversity and adjustments, please contact the person listed above.


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