Role type: Full time and Fixed Term for 12 months Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department / School: School of Population and Global Health Salary: UoM7- $111,275 - $120,453 p.a, plus 17% super Operational leadership / Collaborate with academic and professional teams / Enhance research and teaching excellence. Apply now to strategic initiatives and operational management, ensuring growth and success in research and teaching. Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity As a Business Manager at the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, you will have the opportunity to oversee strategic and operational management, ensuring the growth and success of our Centres and School. You will engage with diverse stakeholders, manage complex relationships, and provide high-quality, customer-focused support. This role offers a chance to develop operating plans, manage budgets, and collaborate on initiatives that enhance research and teaching excellence. Your responsibilities will include Operational Management: Efficiently manage projects, provide strategic advice, and enhance administrative systems. Resource Management : Oversee budgets, ensure compliance, and provide guidance on funding applications. Planning and Policy Development: Coordinate development projects, establish stakeholder relationships, and support policy improvements. You may be a great fit if You will have experience in strategic management within a complex organisation, demonstrating strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive growth and success in research and teaching. You may also: Have tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience. Possess skills in research administration, financial management, and business management. Demonstrate excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities. Exhibit strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Be adaptable and open to new challenges, with proficiency in standard software and financial systems. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – “Melbourne School of Population and Global Health” The Melbourne School of Population and Global Health is a respected leader in the field of public health education, research and knowledge exchange. MSPGH was established in 2001 as the first school of its kind in Australia with a vision to make a difference in the population and public health sphere – building on the substantial assets of our University to advance public health in communities nationally and internationally – with a strong focus on Indigenous peoples. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) Learn more about the application process , including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Corey Menadue hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au . Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: 12 January 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: PD - JR-006862 Business Manager.docx
