• UQ Library
• This is a full-time, continuing position with salary in the range $113,377 - $127,112 (HEW 8), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.
• Seeking an inclusive, supportive, and solutions-oriented individual with a background in organisational development or related areas, who can manage competing priorities and drive work independently while fostering strong collaborations.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives across the UQ Library, fostering a positive culture and building capability for future success in this engaging role.
• Based at our St Lucia campus.

About This Opportunity

The Manager, Library Capability drives a positive and high-performing culture within the Library by leading learning and development, internal communication, and change management initiatives. This pivotal role ensures workforce capabilities align with Library strategy and the UQ Library Way, equipping the Library to succeed into the future. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Strategy, Planning & Improvement, you will collaborate with key Library leaders and oversee an Administrative Officer.

Key responsibilities will include:

Strategic Workforce Development

• Lead the development of Library capabilities in partnership with leaders and managers to achieve strategic objectives, providing expert advice and support for culture development, change management, and psychosocial risk management.

Collaborative Stakeholder Engagement

• Cultivate and maintain strong internal and external relationships, including with UQ HR and professional library bodies, representing the University Library on relevant working groups and committees.

Learning & Development Leadership

• Direct the development, sourcing, and review of a comprehensive learning and development plan that supports staff across all levels in a changing environment and coordinate students placements within the Library.

Organisational Improvement & Communication

• Lead the implementation of action plans arising from staff surveys, drive staff engagement activities in collaboration with Library Directors, and manage staff supporting executive administration, training, communication, and library ways of working.

About You

• Degree and/or qualifications in a relevant field (e.g., business, organisational development, project/change management).
• Proven experience in developing and implementing effective organisational culture development and change management programs.
• Demonstrated ability to design, plan, commission, coordinate, and deliver a variety of learning and development initiatives aligned with strategic and operational needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including emotional intelligence, with the capacity to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse individuals, coupled with excellent written and verbal communication skills tailored to various audiences.
• Strong organisational skills, a proactive approach to ownership, flexibility in responding to changing priorities and managing competing demands, and a demonstrated commitment to inclusivity and supporting colleagues at all levels.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment, and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
• Cheap parking, On campus childcare and Salary packaging options.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the 'About You' section
• Resume

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Anna Lagos at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Applications close Sunday 18 May 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-51016). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 27 May 2025.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.