- Lead industry‑engaged education partnerships with real student and community impact.
- Shape a high‑impact enterprise education portfolio at a Group of Eight university.
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a ongoing basis.
- Base salary range: $134,288 – $142,099 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
Enterprise Education sits within the Deputy Vice‑Chancellor (Education & Student Experience) portfolio and acts as the University’s central gateway between academia and external partners across industry, government and the not‑for‑profit sector. The area leads industry‑engaged education, student employability, experiential learning, education partnerships, entrepreneurial activity, and lifelong learning through micro‑credentials and short courses.
By designing high‑impact partnerships and nationally aligned initiatives, Enterprise Education enables contemporary student experiences while delivering measurable value to partners and the broader Western Australian community.
About the opportunity
- Provide strategic leadership for enterprise education at UWA, shaping and delivering a cohesive portfolio of industry partnerships, funded initiatives and innovative education programs that enhance student employability and partner value.
- Lead and develop a high‑performing enterprise engagement team, delivering a coordinated, one‑stop function that connects academic capability with industry, government and not‑for‑profit organisations.
- Drive growth and impact through senior‑level stakeholder relationships, competitive grant and proposal development, and oversight of complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives in a dynamic higher‑education environment.
About you
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing high‑performing teams, fostering accountability, capability and resilience.
- Proven success building senior‑level relationships with industry, government or not‑for‑profit partners to co‑design solutions that deliver shared value.
- Strong expertise in identifying, developing and securing competitive funding, including grants, tenders and proposals, and overseeing delivery and governance.
- Highly developed strategic thinking, project leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including high‑level consultation, negotiation and influence.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. Occasional intra and interstate travel may be required. Some out of hour’s work may be required.
Position description: 
Manager, Enterprise Engagement PD.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Zach Aman at zachary.aman@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 Saturday 30th May 2026.
This position is only open to Current UWA staff.
Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
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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