Role type: Part-time (0.6 FTE); Fixed-term, 12 months  
Faculty: Business and Economics
Location: Perth, Western Australia
Department/School: Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership
Salary: AUD $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. (pro-rata) 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 WA, SA and NT / community and partner engagement / grow impact through funded initiative
• Join Dilin Duwa to strengthen Indigenous business networks and lead high impact partnerships across WA, SA and NT.

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

The University of Melbourne 
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Your next career opportunity 
You will lead ecosystem partnerships and engagement for Dilin Duwa across WA, SA and NT.
You will build culturally grounded relationships with Indigenous communities and partners, shaping programs that grow economic independence.
You will translate networks into new initiatives, collaborations and revenue streams that expand the Centre’s national impact.

What you will deliver: 

• Lead culturally grounded engagement initiatives, regional workshops and leadership programs with Indigenous communities and partners across the region.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with Indigenous business ecosystem organisations, government, corporates, universities and philanthropic stakeholders.
• Drive business development by identifying enterprise service opportunities, preparing proposals and funding submissions, and growing contracted revenue.
• Expand Dilin Duwa’s alumni and leadership networks, strengthening national connections among Indigenous entrepreneurs and organisations.
• Oversee project delivery, contractors and facilitators, monitoring outcomes and reporting on program impact, risks and improvements.

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Hold a relevant postgraduate qualification or bring 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 on programs or initiatives.
• Bring proven capability in relationship building, partnership development, stakeholder engagement and business development across diverse sectors.
• Manage programs or projects with high level organisational skills, reporting on outcomes, risks and impact.
• Use Microsoft Office confidently and quickly learn new software to support program, partnership and reporting activities.

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, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause 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 Perth, 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" 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 at [email protected]
• For questions related to our recruitment process email Nick at [email protected]
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

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

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

Position Description:
Word : Manager - Ecosystem Partnerships & Engagement (WA, SA & NT)_PD (1).docx

PDF : Manager - Ecosystem Partnerships & Engagement (WA, SA & NT)_PD (1).pdf