Work Integrated Learning Manager

Lead and innovate work integrated learning programs that boost employability and connect students with industry through developing vibrant partnerships and student-centred work practices.

• Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds or Melbourne, Burwood Campus
• Flexible work arrangements and supportive work culture
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 8 $118,801 - $136,018 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role:

The Work Integrated Learning Manager leads the strategic and operational delivery of work integrated learning (WIL) programs in the Faculty of Arts and Education, aiming to enhance graduate employability. The role involves driving continuous improvement initiatives, managing a high-performing team and engaging effectively with students, industry, and academic stakeholders, while leading change and fostering a collaborative, innovative culture.

 As a Work Integrated Learning Manager, you will:

• Lead a multi-campus WIL team, driving continuous improvement and service excellence while managing peak workloads.
• Demonstrate agile, dynamic leadership that develops others and balances priorities with team wellbeing.
• Grow student engagement in WIL and internship opportunities, with a view to providing high quality and impactful experiences.
• Drive strategic industry engagement initiatives and foster key stakeholder relationships to develop sustainable placement opportunities.
• Oversee the implementation and enhancement of WIL processes, systems and digital platforms to improve operational efficiency and stakeholder experience.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Experience working collaboratively and effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders and/or clients from business, government or community sectors and students.
• Experience in business development and client relations.
• Experience working within an organisation with complex administrative structures, policies and procedures, preferably within the higher education sector.
• Experience in the field of student advising or career education.
• Knowledge of the graduate employment landscape.
• Experience negotiating new stakeholder agreements.

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 Brianna Watt (Manager, Partnerships and Engagement) on brianna.watt@deakin.edu.au

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

 PD - Manager Work Integrated Learning ArtsEd - HEW8.docx

Applications for this position close on Monday 21st July 2025 at 11.55pm.

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.

 Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

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.