• Full-time fixed-term to 30 November 2027
• Total remuneration range $133,806 to $153,649 pa
• Location: This position will be based at the Inala Study Hub
• To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia

Be the Heart of Local Impact - Lead the Inala Suburban University Study Hub. Are you ready to shape the future of education in a vibrant and diverse community in southwest Brisbane?

Who you are

The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is seeking a dynamic, community-minded Study Hub and Engagement Manager to lead the brand new Suburban University Study Hub (SUSH) in Inala - one of the Australian Government’s newest initiatives under the Australian Universities Accord to make tertiary education more accessible and equitable.

What you'll do

This is more than a leadership role, it’s your chance to build something meaningful from the ground up. You’ll manage day-to-day operations, engage deeply with the local community, and develop life-changing programs that support students from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue and succeed in higher education. You’ll be the connector between learners, local schools, training providers, industry, and government - shaping a study hub in Inala that’s welcoming, empowering, and built for real impact.

Why join us?

• Be a changemaker: Play a critical role in realising the goals of the Australian Universities Accord by expanding access to education.
• Create real outcomes: Lead a new education model that removes barriers and boosts success for students who have been historically underrepresented.
• Empower communities: Build strong local partnerships that transform the study hub into a thriving centre of opportunity.
• Lead with purpose: Inspire and guide a passionate team that fosters an inclusive, high-impact learning environment.

What you’ll bring

• A strong background in education, community development, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven leadership and program management skills with a passion for equity, innovation, and social change.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities independently, stay organised, and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience in managing operations, financial processes, and compliance with a clear eye for detail and strategic alignment.
• Cultural competency, especially within diverse and multilingual communities. (Vietnamese language skills highly regarded.)

This is your opportunity to create something lasting - a legacy of learning, access, and community empowerment.

Join us in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed - right in the heart of Inala.

For further information about this role, please contact Professor Lorelle Burton, Associate Provost via +67 7 4631 2759 or [email protected].

Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence, the University’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 outlines our commitment to creating and sharing knowledge, transforming lives and solving the problems that matter to our world.

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups. With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances.

Find out more about UniSQ at www.unisq.edu.au.

To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia

Reference Number: 0109_08/25

Location: This position will be based at the Inala Study Hub

Term: Full-time fixed-term appointment to 30 November 2027 (36 hours/week)

Salary: Total remuneration range $133,806 to $153,649 pa (includes salary range of $112,845 to $129,580 pa, employer super contributions of 17% and annual leave loading)

Closes: Sunday, 7 September 2025 at 11:30 pm (AEST)

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision-making.

If you know that this role is right for you, please submit your current resume together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your skills and experience relative to ‘Who we’re looking for’ in the position description.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey available on our website.