OVERVIEW The Student Experience Manager plays a senior professional role within the Faculty of Arts, Sciences, Law and Business at The University of Notre Dame Australia. Based at either the Sydney (Broadway) or Fremantle campus, this full-time continuing position focuses on enhancing student engagement, employability, and belonging through coordinated faculty-wide initiatives. The role sits at the intersection of academic programs, industry engagement, and institutional strategy. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Develop and implement the Faculty Student Experience Plan aligned with University and Faculty strategic priorities and program curriculum, in consultation with Faculty leadership. – Oversee the operational coordination of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) activities across the Faculty, working closely with key University and Faculty stakeholders. – Design, deliver, and review school and Faculty initiatives that enhance student experience, including industry and employer engagement opportunities. – Monitor, analyse, and report on student experience and WIL metrics and feedback, providing recommendations for continuous improvement. – Contribute to University-wide policy, procedures, guidelines, and organisational reporting related to student experience. – Manage and collaborate with staff supporting WIL, overseas immersions, and student events, including oversight of Faculty event budgets and stakeholder relationships. REQUIREMENTS – Postgraduate qualifications (or progress towards) and extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. – Demonstrated experience developing and reviewing contracts, reports, and proposals, supported by strong negotiation, written, and verbal communication skills. – Extensive experience delivering programs and events that enhance student experience and foster a strong sense of belonging. – Up-to-date knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures, and best practice related to Work Integrated Learning and student experience. – Proven ability to manage complex stakeholders across academic, administrative, public, clinical, and corporate environments, with strong teamwork and coordination skills. – Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including budget oversight, use of systems such as SONIA (or equivalent), and proficiency with MS Office and new technologies. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Student experience roles are central to how universities translate educational strategy into meaningful outcomes for learners. By integrating Work Integrated Learning, immersion programs, and industry engagement into the curriculum, this position directly supports graduate employability, student satisfaction, and institutional reputation. The role also strengthens collaboration between academic staff, professional teams, and external partners, contributing to a cohesive and student-centred faculty culture. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly demonstrate your experience with Work Integrated Learning, employability initiatives, or industry partnerships, using concrete examples and outcomes. – Address your ability to work across faculties or large organisational units, highlighting stakeholder management and collaboration with academic leaders. – Show evidence of strategic planning and evaluation skills, particularly your experience using data, feedback, or metrics to improve student programs. – If you have managed staff, budgets, or complex projects, outline your leadership and governance responsibilities clearly. – Align your application with the University’s values by referencing student-centred practice, inclusion, and commitment to a safe and respectful learning environment.