Centre Manager - Australian Centre for Accelerating Diabetes Innovations (ACADI)

Job Description

Centre Manager - Australian Centre for Accelerating Diabetes Innovations (ACADI) Position Number: 0065334Location: Parkville (Hybrid)Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term until 15 May 2026 (parental leave cover)Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health SciencesDepartment: Baker Department of Cardiometabolic HealthSalary: UOM 9 – $139,693 - $145,339 p.a. plus 17% super About the Role Step into a high-impact leadership role at The Australian Centre for Accelerating Diabetes Innovations (ACADI) and play a vital role in shaping the future of diabetes research and healthcare innovation. Reporting to the ACADI Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic, operational, financial, and governance functions of the Centre. With a focus on sustainability and growth, you will lead a vibrant, high-performing team to ensure ACADI continues to make a significant impact on the future of diabetes care. You will work with world-class researchers, industry leaders, government bodies, and commercial partners to foster partnerships, drive research translation and enable commercialisation efforts, scaling ACADI’s impact. From managing complex multi-partner programs to supporting business development and stakeholder engagement, you will undertake exciting and varied work where no two days are the same. Your responsibilities will include: Provide leadership on operations, including high-level advice to the ACADI Director on both strategic and operational matters that impact the Centre. Maintain operational plans, and associated performance measures in line with ACADI requirements. Manage the successful delivery of these plans. Integrate and oversee administrative functions, provide clear directions, common goals and open communication by fostering a work culture that supports the ongoing growth and development of all staff. Manage and operationalise program activities, including stakeholder engagement and management, coordination of delivery against timelines, budgeting, senior administrative support and reporting. Develop strong and collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including core partners and other relevant organisations. Work closely with the ACADI Director to monitor progress of ACADI projects and initiatives throughout the year, evaluate outcomes and make recommendations for change. Manage and review ACADI program budgets. Who We Are Looking For We are looking for an experienced and strategic leader with a background in senior program or research management, ideally within health management, business development, research operations, or related fields. The role requires a high level of expertise in complex multi-partner program implementation and coordination, business development, stakeholder engagement, and governance to ensure ACADI’s sustainability and growth. You should be a strategic thinker who can align research operations with growth strategies and demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, backed by sound judgment. You will bring high-level expertise in managing large-scale programs, overseeing budgets, and effectively prioritising tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you have experience in business development or research commercialisation, that's a bonus, as we value an understanding of translating research into industry applications. You will also have: A postgraduate qualification in a discipline relevant to the centre’s operations; e.g. health management, legal, program management, business development or related fields or equivalent relevant experience. Demonstrated innovation, initiative and judgement in the development and implementation of complex multi-stakeholder programs. Demonstrated ability to be solutions-focused, anticipate and mitigate barriers/risks to achievement of objectives, operating within a complex network of stakeholders. Highly-developed interpersonal communication skills demonstrated through successful advocacy, negotiating, consulting and influencing. High-level ability to plan, develop and manage projects to tight timeframes, manage multiple tasks and be flexible with changing or competing priorities and deadlines. Demonstrated experience in reporting, business development, planning, including business continuity and risk management. Demonstrated experience in large complex portfolio budgeting and fiscal management. This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. ACADI Team and Your Impact ACADI is a national collaborative research centre focused on translating diabetes research into real-world solutions, driving innovation in healthcare. With over 70 partners, ACADI is positioned as a leader in driving sector workforce development, research translation, commercialisation and ultimately improving the lives of people living with diabetes. What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description) Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ana Gencic via email at , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Applications close: Thursday 20th March 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) #J-18808-Ljbffr