At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here . WHY WORK FOR US? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us. Job Description YOUR ROLE As the Manager, Learning Management Systems (LMS), you will lead the delivery and continuous improvement of MACS’ system-wide professional learning platform, ensuring it is robust, user-friendly and aligned with organisational priorities. Working across both strategic and operational areas, you will oversee the governance, optimisation and day-to-day management of the LMS, enabling high-quality, accessible and engaging learning experiences for all staff while supporting broader talent development and capability uplift across the system. WHAT YOU WILL DO Manage the end-to-end operations of Learning and Leadership Development systems, particularly Canvas, including course enrolment, user accounts and administrative processes Lead, supervise and develop staff within the team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture Establish and maintain governance structures and support compliance across eLearning materials, systems and processes Provide guidance and support to schools and offices to ensure the successful implementation of dynamic eLearning and hybrid programs, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimise LMS utilisation Provide strategic advice on innovative learning delivery, develop training schedules to enable course designers, and apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences ABOUT YOU Demonstrated instructional design expertise, including knowledge of adult learning theories, curriculum development, and the ability to transform complex content into engaging and effective learning modules Technical proficiency with eLearning authoring tools, Learning Management Systems (Canvas), and eLearning standards (SCORM, xAPI), including multimedia and coding capabilities, supported by a portfolio of successful eLearning projects Proven experience supervising and developing staff, fostering a high-performing team culture, and providing coaching and support to enable team success Strong project management capability, including needs assessment, resource planning, timeline management, and data-driven evaluation of learning effectiveness Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate with subject matter experts, adapt to emerging technologies, and manage competing priorities effectively Extensive experience in a similar role with in-depth knowledge and experience operating within an LMS environment (essential). HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our Talent Acquisition team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au You will need to provide: 1. An up to-date Resume and 2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check. Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this. Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants MACS collects your Personal Information to assess your application and suitability for employment. By submitting your Personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS. Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice here APPLICATIONS CLOSE : 4.00pm Tuesday, 19 May 2026
