Manager, VU India Campus Operations

Lead the delivery of the new VU India branch campus Start ASAP About Us At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual‑sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022‑2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride. About the Role The Manager, VU India Campus Operations will lead the complex implementation and program operations of VU’s new branch campus in India, ensuring operational readiness that meets the necessary high quality standards of VU and applicable regulatory compliance requirements, on time and within budget. Working under the broad direction of the Chief International Officer and closely with our Transnational Education Partnerships team, the Manager will be leading a collaborative approach to delivery with our joint venture partner. With an ambitious timeframe for delivery, the Manager will need to strategically manage multiple work streams and key stakeholders, be able to efficiently mobilise relevant VU teams and resources and facilitate productive engagement between delivery teams in India to achieve desired outcomes. This role will require you to be able to travel overseas as required. Salary and Working Conditions Salary: HEP 9 $132,942 – $138,314 per annum + 17% employer superannuation. Employment Type: Full‑time – Fixed Term (2 Years). Hours: 36.75 hours per week (1.0 FTE). Location: City Campus. Requirements Experience in delivering complex projects and operations in a tertiary education context. Significant experience in the management of international or transnational education projects. A good understanding of the relevant Australian and offshore legislation and compliance requirements. Strong relationship management skills that enable you to engage with senior stakeholders, influence decision‑making, and foster effective collaborations. Expertise in project management methodologies and reporting, risk mitigation, and budget management, ensuring that projects meet quality standards and strategic objectives. Knowledge and experience of the Indian education system and business environment is preferred. Application Requirements Your responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description. Your CV. Note Applications which do not explicitly address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered. Applications will close Tuesday 16 December 2025 at 5pm. This advertisement may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Contact For further information relating to the position, please contact Maria Nguyen, VU Global via (emailprotected) . Benefits VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family‑friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well‑being. Commitment to Protecting Country Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio‑economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud be an WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. Inclusive Recruitment VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier‑free recruitment experience. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including accessible formats of documents, please contact us at (emailprotected) or call . Legal Notice For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage. #J-18808-Ljbffr