• Drive enterprise-wide performance and enable evidence based strategic decision making at a leading Group of Eight university.
• Shape how strategy is measured, tracked and improved across a complex, high impact organisation by turning data into clear insights for senior leaders.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $134,288 – $142,099 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Strategy, Planning & Performance team sits within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer and plays a central role in shaping the University’s long-term direction. The team integrates strategy, planning, and performance monitoring to support informed decision-making, optimise resource allocation, and strengthen organisational performance.

Working at the centre of the University, the team partners with academic and professional areas to deliver evidence-based insights, institutional reporting, and strategic performance frameworks that support Executive leadership, governance bodies, and external stakeholders.

About the opportunity

• Lead the development and delivery of the University’s strategic performance framework, translating institutional priorities into measurable outcomes, KPIs, and performance insights that drive decision-making.
• Provide high-level strategic advice to senior leaders and governance bodies, shaping investment, prioritisation, and organisational performance through data-driven insights and compelling performance narratives.
• Build strong partnerships across faculties and portfolios, leading performance conversations, influencing stakeholders, and driving a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and performance maturity.

About you

• Proven experience in strategic planning, performance management, or organisational performance roles, ideally within large or complex environments (e.g. higher education, government, or corporate).
• Strong ability to translate data and strategic intent into clear, actionable insights, with experience in KPI/OKR frameworks, performance reporting, and analytics-led decision-making.
• Demonstrated success providing strategic advice to senior executives and contributing to governance processes and executive-level reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to lead performance discussions, challenge constructively, and build trusted relationships.
• Highly developed communication, leadership, and organisational skills, including experience managing teams, driving complex initiatives, and delivering outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description:  Manager, Strategic Performance PD.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Yvette Wei at Yvette.Wei@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 Friday 3^rd July 2026.

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

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.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.