Role type: Full time, Continuing
Department:  Student and Scholarly Services – Chancellery Education Portfolio
Salary: Senior Manager 2 salary package including up to 17% super 

• This role offers a strategic leadership opportunity to enhance student and staff wellbeing while driving sport and community engagement.

• Apply now to lead Melbourne University Sport, driving strategic vision and delivering impactful programmes that enrich university life.

• Investing in you - 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 
As Director, Sport and Active Engagement, you will lead strategic initiatives that integrate sport, fitness and community engagement to enhance student and staff wellbeing.
 

Collaborating closely with senior stakeholders, you will align programmes with institutional priorities and foster lifelong connections with the University.
 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Strategic leadership: developing and executing vision and strategy for sport aligning with University’s Strategy 2030.

• Team development: inspiring and empowering managers and teams to deliver excellence across sport and engagement functions.

• Integrating programme oversight: overseeing the delivery of sport and fitness programmes, ensuring they are impactful and responsive to community needs.

• Facilities management: championing investment in sport facilities, ensuring world-class standards and sustainability.

• Equity and inclusion: leading initiatives to create inclusive experiences for diverse cohorts.
   

You may be a great fit if: 

You will be a high-profile leader with extensive senior leadership experience, capable of driving strategic outcomes and leading large, complex teams with a focus on equity and inclusion.
 

You may also: 

• Have extensive senior leadership experience with a proven track record of driving strategic outcomes.

• Demonstrate success in delivering innovative programmes and services that enhance user experience and engagement.

• Possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to influence and manage senior stakeholders.

• Exhibit expertise in developing strategic and operational plans that optimise team performance.

• Have strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to inform strategic decisions and drive improvement.
   

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 fulfillment, including: 

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance.

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance.

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

For more information check out our benefits page! 
 

Your new team – “Melbourne University Sport” 
Melbourne University Sport (MU Sport) is a Department of the University, reporting to the Executive Director Student and Scholarly Services. It provides high-level policy, business and financial advice to the University on the development and management of sport and recreation at the University.

Sport has a special significance for the University through the performance of sporting clubs, teams and high-profile athletes that enhance the reputation of the University. The vision for sport is that the University of Melbourne is the leading Australian university in sporting performance, participation and quality of facilities.
 

MU Sport provides professional management of the fitness, sports and recreation facilities, programs and activities of the University and works closely with all stakeholders and external strategic partners in delivering sport and physical recreation opportunities for the University community in accordance with strategic and operational plans.
 

sport.unimelb.edu.au
 

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe 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 reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.
 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.
  
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected] for further information and support. 
 

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential! 
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume 

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience 
   

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description. 
 

For recruitment queries, email Lachlan Bryce at [email protected]. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.
 

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.
 

Applications close: 2 February 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. 
 

Position Description: PD - JR-008148 Director, Sport and Active Engagement.docx