Education Manager

About the role

Macquarie University College is seeking a qualified and highly experienced Education Manager to enhance and extend education excellence at its pathway programs. The role is based at the Wallumattagal Campus in North Ryde and is full-time (35 hours per week) on a fixed-term contract until 23 July 2028, with a possibility of extension.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the development, delivery and continuous improvement of pathway programs and courses.
• Lead curriculum design, review and innovation, moderation, assessment integrity and educational quality initiatives.
• Monitor student progression, retention, success and transition outcomes into undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
• Use evidence, data and benchmarking to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop support strategies for diverse learner cohorts, including domestic and international students, and improve engagement, retention and completion rates.
• Lead teaching staff teams and manage performance, development and workforce planning.
• Engage professionally with colleagues and students and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Required profile

• Postgraduate qualification in Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of extensive management experience and educational leadership expertise.
• Significant experience managing courses and programs in higher education, pathway, VET or a similar environment, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated experience leading curriculum enhancement and quality assurance processes.
• Experience with domestic and international students is highly regarded.
• Valid work rights in Australia; the position is not available for visa sponsorship.
• National Police Check Clearance required; a current Working with Children Check is preferred.

Required skills

• Expertise in academic governance, quality assurance, curriculum development and regulatory compliance.
• Evidence-based decision making and stakeholder engagement.
• Change management and collaboration with academic staff, senior leaders and external stakeholders.

What we offer

• Base salary from $147,124 to $155,386 per annum (HEW Level 9), plus 17% employer superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Fixed-term contract with a possible extension.

Applications close on 8 November 2026; interviews are expected face-to-face on 20 November 2026, with an expected start on 11 January 2027. Applicants apply online through the Macquarie careers system with a resume and a two-page cover letter.