• Lead dementia workforce training operations across WA and SA.
• Support national dementia education as part of a five-university collaboration.
• Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until June 2026.
• Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
Dementia Training Australia (DTA) is a national consortium delivering evidence-based education to the dementia care workforce. Led by the University of Wollongong, DTA includes five Australian universities and Dementia Australia. UWA’s contribution, delivered through the Western Australian Centre for Health and Ageing, links cutting-edge research with practical workforce training in WA and SA. The role is based at Medical Research Foundation Building, next to Royal Perth Hospital.

About the opportunity

• Lead all operational aspects of UWA’s contribution to DTA, including planning, resourcing, and delivery of training programs.
• Oversee a small team and manage budget, reporting, and collaboration with national consortium partners.
• Ensure training packages meet quality standards and support the needs of the aged care workforce.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in a health sciences discipline or equivalent demonstrated competency.
• Substantial operational and team management experience.
• Experience in project delivery, preferably within health or education environments.
• Strong communication, planning, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, and contribute to long-term strategy.

Special Requirements

• Willingness to travel interstate.
• Occasional after-hours work.
• Access to a private vehicle may be required.

Position description:  Manager (DTA).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ellie Newman, Senior Manager, UWA Medical School, at ellie.newman@uwa.edu.au. 

How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 30 June 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

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