Provide strategic leadership and high-level stakeholder engagement across the research sector. • Centre for eResearch and Digital Innovation – Ballarat Campus (other campuses considered) • Full-time, fixed-term appointment until June 2028 • HEW 9 - $136,900 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation Position closing date: 31/05/2026 Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally. With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education. About the role The Program Manager, Dataspaces Australia is a national leadership role focusing on translating the Dataspaces paradigm into a practical, implementable national program directly supporting Australia's strategic digital ambitions, such as those outlined in Ambitious Australia. You will lead the development and delivery of sectoral Dataspaces programs, including Earth and Environmental portfolios, oversee multiple interdependent projects and coordinate contributions from geographically distributed teams and specialist expertise. You will: lead, design, and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of the national-scale Australian Dataspaces program; lead the strategic direction and governance of the Australian Dataspaces program; identify and manage interactions between the Dataspaces program, Federation University priorities and ARDC programs of work across the Strategic Pillars; and build and maintain engagement with national and international Dataspaces communities. About you You will have demonstrated extensive experience co-designing and delivering national digital research infrastructure programs, supported by deep data and infrastructure expertise. In addition, you will possess high level planning and organisational skills, with experience in designing and leading the delivery of national large-scale, data-oriented programs with multiple stakeholders and projects. You will possess demonstrated: understanding of research and development processes, and the complexities involved in supporting research; specialist knowledge in an area of national digital research infrastructure, large-scale data systems or platforms, or a related discipline; high-level program and project management experience, with a proven record of leading institutional changes; and capability in leading strong and high performing multi-disciplinary teams, encouraging professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement. All University positions must hold a valid Employer Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. How to apply Please apply by Sunday, 31 May 2026 Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume and a response to the key selection criteria. View position description Federation University is committed to The Circle Back Initiative program, whereby we will respond to every applicant. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please email the Recruitment team or phone 03 5327 9756. Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job specific inquiries. Let our staff tell you more.
