• Transform our data and cloud platform future
• Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements
• 2 x Full-time opportunities with competitive remuneration including 17% superannuation

Are you a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of technical innovation and program management?

We're seeking an exceptional Senior Program Manager to lead our data and cloud platform initiatives and drive transformative change across our organization.

Make an impact in Deakin’s Infrastructure & Digital division following an exciting period of change within the University. This position is focused on enhancing the customer experience through integrating physical and digital infrastructure, projects, and services to deliver seamless, impactful solutions tailored to customer needs.

Reporting to the Program Director, Platforms, as our Senior Program Manager you will shape the future of our cloud-based infrastructure, while leading high-performing teams to deliver exceptional results. You'll be the driving force behind critical program initiatives, providing strategic guidance to senior leadership and ensuring our platform evolution stays abreast of industry trends.

As our Senior Program Manager, you will spearhead the development and implementation of contemporary cloud-based solutions (including data and cloud services, networking, hardware, software and other critical infrastructure components), all the while collaborating and co-designing with our customers.    

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Proven ability to exercise judgment, influence stakeholders at all levels, and adapt to evolving priorities while securing support for strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate strong and productive relationships across internal and external stakeholders, including executive leaders, technical teams, and customers, ensuring alignment and support for program objectives.
• Highly developed consulting, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to convey complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong understanding of cloud and data platforms (AWS, Azure) in the context of program delivery, ensuring successful adoption, governance, and compliance with enterprise standards.
• Demonstrated flexibility and sound judgement in dynamic environments, able to adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining focus on strategic outcomes.
• Experienced in leading collaborative, cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality services, drive continuous improvement, and enhance stakeholder engagement.
• Expertise in delivering complex, high-impact programs using Agile and Hybrid methodologies, with strong capabilities in budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and program portfolio oversight.
• Committed to optimising stakeholder and customer experiences, ensuring seamless engagement across data, cloud, and digital platforms.
• High-level skills in research, report writing, and presenting insights to guide strategic decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Qualifications and experience commensurate with appointment at level.

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Senior Program Manager, Platforms.pdf

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Sreeni Chary, Program Director, Portfolio Delivery, on s.chary@deakin.edu.au 

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Sunday, 13 July 2025  

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

Make an Impact with Us 

Together we aim to take Deakin forward, strengthening our progressive University through the digital work we do. Whether it's empowering students, enabling teaching staff, or supporting researchers, the work you do here matters. Your achievements contribute to making a positive difference in the lives of the people and communities we serve. 

So that you can focus on making a positive impact, Deakin Digital Services lays the foundations for you to be your best self, grow and evolve and join forces with exceptional people. 

Be Your Best Self 

As a unique individual we understand that showing up as the best version of yourself takes commitment to your personal wellbeing. That’s why we foster a supportive environment where you can manage your work to balance productivity, engagement, and wellbeing. Our approach to flexible working empowers you to achieve your best. 

Grow & Evolve 

Being in the higher education sector, ours is an environment of knowledge sharing and seeking. With us you can grow your capability through formal and informal learning and continuously improve, deepen and broaden your expertise. With many digital roles and teams under one umbrella, there’s an opportunity to expand your skillset, embrace new challenges, and evolve your career. When YOU thrive, WE thrive. 

Join Forces 

As a member of our dynamic team, you’ll tackle challenges and deliver digital services and solutions alongside supportive, inclusive and talented humans from within the team, and more broadly across the University. We are a powerful collective of diverse skillsets, strengths and experience, and our practices promote an environment of collaboration where your unique contribution is welcomed and valued. When you join forces with Digital Services, you join forces with Deakin. Visit Why Work at Deakin to view the overarching benefits of working with Deakin. 

Are you ready to make an impact with us? 

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.