• Student Enrichment and Success (SES)
• 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%.
• Lead the implementation of UQ's transition plan and create exciting new initiatives in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• We are seeking an energetic, focused leader with tertiary industry experience, ready to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Based at our picturesque St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity

As a Transition Manager, you will lead and refine innovative programs ensuring the successful integration of all commencing UQ students. Collaborating closely with diverse university stakeholders, deliver and evaluate initiatives focused on academic preparedness, fostering connection and belonging, promoting positive mental health and wellbeing, and enhancing career readiness. This pivotal role champions accessibility, prioritizing support for underrepresented student groups, and involves convening an institution-wide orientation working group to create a cohesive and holistic student experience across all campuses.

Key responsibilities will include:

Lead Program Delivery & Evaluation

• Lead dedicated teams in delivering programs grounded in transition pedagogy and best practice, and critically review and report on their impact and effectiveness.

Drive Strategic Operationalisation

• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders across UQ to operationalise the university's comprehensive transition plan.

Develop Digital Support Resources

• Develop effective online transition support materials that address the changing needs of all students, and collaborate with teams to deliver seamless digital solutions.

Foster Cross-University Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships across the university to enhance overall student transition and onboarding.

About You

• Degree/qualifications with over five years' relevant experience.
• Proven experience managing high-performing teams and fostering an innovative culture for effective outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience leading student-centred programs that significantly enhance the student experience, coupled with the ability to cultivate a proactive and innovative program culture.
• Extensive experience implementing project plans, including outcome measurement, timeline management, communication, and progress monitoring within budget. This is supported by high-level interpersonal, liaison, and negotiation skills to build strong working relationships across complex university environments.
• Proven ability to analyse, interpret, and integrate data from various systems and sources to develop reports, present recommendations, and drive continuous service improvements.

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 Kate at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Applications close Sunday 27 July 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-53198). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 1 August 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.