Centre Manager

Employment type: Full Time - 2-year fixed term

Location: Moranbah/Clermont

Salary: $130,000-$140,000 per annum plus superannuation, dependent on skills and experience. The final salary will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

“Regional and rural communities deserve quality higher education opportunities to pursue their dreams, without the need to relocate.”

About Us

The Country Universities Centre (CUC) is a network of affiliated Regional University Study Hubs providing support, connection, and dedicated facilities for higher education students in regional communities.

CUC students benefit from being part of a local learning community, with opportunities to engage with peers, dedicated staff, and local industry. Through enhanced higher education access, regional people are empowered to shape vibrant and prosperous futures for themselves and their communities.

Country Universities Centre Isaac is a not-for-profit community-driven organisation funded by the Australian Government Department of Education with key local support. The Centre is due to open in 2025.

The Role

Are you passionate about increasing higher education access for regional people and create meaningful change in our communities? This is a highly rewarding and unique opportunity to join the CUC team in shaping the education landscape for students in the CUC Isaac area.

As Centre Manager, you will work with the Board of Directors and be supported by the CUC in implementing the strategic plan to increase access to higher education opportunities in the region. You will be integral to establishing the Centres in Moranbah and Clermont and coordinating ongoing operations to promote and facilitate the success of the Centre to enhance the student experience. You will collaborate with our industry partners to develop programs and initiatives that are responsive to the needs of the community.

We Are Looking For

• A self-starting, enthusiastic individual who is passionate about creating opportunities for regional and remote students;
• The ability to engage with local students from diverse backgrounds and pursue key opportunities to support students to identify and achieve their academic goals;
• An experienced collaborator with the ability to build strong relationships within the CUC network, the community, and with diverse external stakeholders to promote the CUC’s aims;
• Excellent organisational and time management capability, combined with high-level computer skills; and
• A dedicated individual with the agility to execute the strategic plan and manage the day-to-day running of the Centre.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.

How to apply

A position description is available by emailing [email protected]. Confidential enquiries can be made to Sarah Rolton 0459 659 941.

To make an application

You are required to submit the following:

• A cover letter addressed to the Board of Directors; and
• Your full CV
• Response to the following questions:

1. Describe a community-led project you've been actively involved in. Share the specific role you played, the challenges you encountered, and the ultimate impact the project had on the community.

2. Provide an example of a situation where you have effectively worked with internal stakeholders to create a cohesive and supportive environment

Applications close Monday 17th March at 5:00pm and must be emailed to [email protected]