Senior Manager, Operations and Planning

• Institute for Teaching and Learning Innovation

• Influence the future of teaching and learning through strategic leadership and organisational excellence.

• Full-time, Permanent with Base salary in the range of $140,766 - $148,862 + 17% super (HEW Level 9) 

• Based at our Vibrant St Lucia Campus.

About This Opportunity  

At the forefront of teaching and learning innovation, ITaLI partners across UQ to shape exceptional educational experiences and support student success. Following an exciting internal promotion, we are seeking an experienced and influential leader to play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of the Institute as Senior Manager, Planning and Operations.

Reporting to the Director, you will lead strategic planning, governance and operational excellence across a diverse portfolio, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive organisational performance, influence University-wide outcomes and support the Institute's ongoing success. Bringing sound judgement, strategic insight and a collaborative approach, you will help navigate complexity while delivering meaningful and lasting impact.

Key responsibilities will include:  

• Leading strategic planning, governance, budgeting and workforce planning activities across the Institute.

• Providing high-level advice to senior leaders on operational, financial, people and organisational matters.

• Driving business improvement initiatives that enhance service quality, efficiency and organisational effectiveness.

• Leading and developing a high-performing business services team, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence and continuous improvement.

• Managing reporting, performance insights and data-driven decision making to support strategic priorities.

• Building strong stakeholder relationships and influencing outcomes across a dynamic and diverse organisational environment.

About You   

• Significant leadership experience in a dynamic organisation, ideally within higher education or a similarly multifaceted environment.

• Strong expertise in strategic planning, governance, business operations, financial management and organisational performance.

• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to build credibility and trust at all levels.

• Demonstrated success leading business improvement, change or organisational initiatives that have delivered measurable outcomes.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and provide strategic advice.

• Proven experience leading and developing high-performing professional teams and fostering a positive workplace culture.

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.  

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. 

Interested? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Greg Winslett on *************@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at ******@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. 

Other Information  

Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.  

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.  

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing ******@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623. 

Applications close 27th August 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-67988). 

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