Manager – Ecosystem Partnerships & Engagement (QLD, NSW & ACT)

Role type: Part Time (0.6FTE); Fixed Term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Business & Economics
Location : Brisbane
Department:  Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership
Salary: $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. pro-rata for part time plus 17% super

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

- Strategic Indigenous ecosystem leadership across QLD, NSW and ACT / community and partner engagement / grow impact through funded initiative
- Join Dilin Duwa to strengthen Indigenous business networks and lead high impact partnerships across QLD, NSW and ACT.

- Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne  
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity  
You will lead ecosystem partnerships and engagement across eastern Australia, connecting Indigenous businesses, communities and partners. You will translate relationships into new programmes, initiatives and revenue that grow Dilin Duwa’s reach and impact.

What you will deliver:

- Lead regional engagement initiatives, workshops and dialogues that are culturally grounded and aligned with Dilin Duwa.
- Build and manage strategic partnerships across the Indigenous business ecosystem, including corporations, government, universities and philanthropy.
- Drive business development opportunities, developing proposals, funding submissions and enterprise services that expand contracted revenue.
- Strengthen alumni, leadership and regional networks of Indigenous entrepreneurs and organisations connected to Dilin Duwa.
- Oversee programme delivery and partnerships from planning through evaluation, monitoring outcomes and reporting insights for improvement.

You may be a great fit if you:

- Hold a relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent senior experience in a related field.
- Be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and bring lived experience to this work.
- Demonstrate strong experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities or organisations.
- Build and sustain complex relationships and partnerships across community, corporate, government and ecosystem stakeholders.
- Manage programs and projects end-to-end, with strong organisational skills and high-level project management capability.
- Use Microsoft Office confidently and adapt quickly to new software, systems and digital engagement tools.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!  
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

- Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team
Dilin Duwa is a pioneering Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership within the Faculty of Business and Economics.
The Centre partners with Melbourne Business School to deliver research, education and ecosystem services nationally.
You will join a collaborative team committed to Indigenous economic independence and thriving Indigenous enterprises.
The team values culturally grounded practice, deep community engagement and evidence based impact.
Based in Brisbane, you will connect regional ecosystems with Dilin Duwa’s national networks and capabilities.

Be Yourself  
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected] .

Application essentials:

- Visit "apply with us" (https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/apply-with-us) to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
- You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
- A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
- Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
- You are not required to address the Selection Criteria for this application.

Want to know more?

- For queries related to this specific position, contact Paul Paton by emailing [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
- For questions related to our recruitment process email Nick Peterson at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
- For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: Tuesday 27 October 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:

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