Program Manager

• Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) - ODVC(A)

• This is a full-time fixed-term position through to December 2027 with salary in the range $115,645 - $129,654 (HEW 8), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

• Lead a transformative, university-wide program that responds to the opportunities of artificial intelligence, shaping the future of teaching and learning at UQ.

• Seeking a strategic and agile program leader with a talent for navigating complex stakeholder environments and managing ambiguity to drive high-impact, institutional change.

• Based at our St Lucia campus

As Program Manager, this pivotal role leads the coordination and delivery of a strategic program designed to transform teaching, learning, and the student experience in response to advancements in artificial intelligence. Working across academic and professional portfolios, the position supports the implementation of institutional initiatives, manages program governance and reporting, and ensures effective engagement with stakeholders across faculties, schools, and central services. While based in the ODVC(A) and reporting to the Senior Manager, Governance and Reporting, this role also maintains a close working relationship with the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education and Student Experience) as program sponsor, and collaborates closely with learning design teams across the University.

Key responsibilities will include: 

Program Leadership and Strategic Implementation

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of program activities, ensuring alignment with the university's AI in education strategy. Support senior academic and professional leaders in implementing strategic priorities related to AI-enhanced teaching, assessment, and student support.

Program Governance and Reporting

• Manage program governance, including comprehensive project reporting, maintaining risk registers, and tracking key milestones effectively.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Facilitate strong engagement with academic and professional stakeholders to ensure alignment, foster adoption, and maximize program impact. Oversee program communications and contribute to change management initiatives.

Project and Evaluation Oversight

• Commission and manage various working groups, pilot projects, and evaluation activities as required to drive the program's objectives.

• Possess relevant postgraduate qualifications or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.

• Demonstrated experience in program or project management within a complex organizational environment, preferably in higher education.

• Proven knowledge of relevant project management tools or methodologies for monitoring project progress. Understand contemporary developments in AI and its implications for teaching, learning, and the student experience.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver strategic outcomes. Possess high-level interpersonal skills, including effective liaison and negotiation, to develop strong working relationships and engage and influence diverse stakeholders.

• Demonstrate high-level organizational ability and attention to detail, with the capacity to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities effectively.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment, and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.

• Cheap parking, On campus childcare and Salary packaging options.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the 'About You' section  

• Resume 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Matthew at For application queries, please contact stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close 24 August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 2 September 2025.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. 

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