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ANZSOG is a leading provider of executive-level education for the public sector. We have a deep and genuine care for good public administration, reflecting the aspirations of and our close relationship to our government owners.
At ANZSOG, you will work with talented and dedicated colleagues in our headquarters in Melbourne and in offices in Canberra and Sydney. You will:
- Work with governments at the state and national level in Australia and Aotearoa-New Zealand.
- Engage with leading academics, executives and other practitioners in public administration from around the world.
- Influence the development of senior public sector practitioners.
- Work with a group of people committed to excellence in executive education and related activities.
Vacant roles
ANZSOG is seeking an Academic Programs Manager, to lead the academic compliance, governance and continuous improvement of our accredited award programs, including the Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA), Monash Pathway and new accredited programs at AQF8 or above.
This role combines leadership in higher education quality assurance with managerial accountability. It offers a unique opportunity to influence and support curriculum design and pedagogy while driving quality standards at the highest level of public sector education. You will ensure academic integrity, learner success, and compliance across jurisdictions in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
We are looking for a leader with deep expertise in higher education programs design, academic governance, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll collaborate with faculty, conferring partner universities, and internal teams to deliver programs that are rigorous, responsive, and future-ready for public sector leaders.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $145,000 – $150,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a dynamic Director, Knowledge Exchange and Partnerships to lead our engagement with the public governance knowledge ecosystem across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
This is a rare opportunity to drive insight, value, and impact by connecting ANZSOG with academic institutions, government agencies, and thought leaders. You’ll lead a team that cultivates strategic partnerships, translates research into practice, and amplifies the voices that matter—ensuring ANZSOG remains a trusted, future-ready institution.
We’re looking for a visionary collaborator who thrives on building bridges, sparking bold conversations, and delivering public value. You’ll work across jurisdictions and disciplines, embedding First Nations and Māori perspectives, and shaping learning that is inclusive, evidence-informed, and globally relevant.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $180,000 – $185,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a strategic and collaborative Senior Adviser to support and enrich our knowledge exchange ecosystem. This role sits at the heart of our Academic and Global Engagement team, driving initiatives that translate research into impact and build enduring partnerships across government, academia and civil society.
You’ll lead the coordination of ANZSOG’s Academic Fellows program, manage relationships with leading thinkers, and support the delivery of masterclasses, events and thought leadership activities. You’ll also help design and implement new knowledge exchange initiatives that amplify ANZSOG’s reach and relevance.
We’re looking for a relationship-builder with deep understanding of the public governance landscape, strong project management skills, and a passion for connecting knowledge to practice. You’ll work across teams and jurisdictions, embedding First Nations and Māori perspectives, and modelling inclusive, values-led leadership.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $130,000 – $135,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a visionary Director, Engagement and Growth to lead our integrated Go-to-Market pipeline — driving strategic engagement, business development and learner conversion across our programs and services.
This is a rare opportunity to shape ANZSOG’s market presence and impact. You’ll lead high-performing teams in Client Engagement and Learner Services, build enduring partnerships and deliver commercial and strategic outcomes that support ANZSOG’s mission of public governance that people trust.
We’re looking for a strategic thinker and relationship-builder with deep experience in government or learning organisations, strong commercial acumen and a passion for connecting ideas to customers. You’ll work across jurisdictions and disciplines, embedding First Nations and Māori perspectives and modelling inclusive, values-led leadership.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $200,000 – $205,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a Principal Architect to lead the creation of bespoke educational solutions for government and public sector clients across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. This senior role sits at the intersection of learning design, business development and strategic impact—connecting client needs with ANZSOG’s signature andragogy and product innovation.
You’ll lead discovery processes, shape scalable learning solutions, and drive commercial strategy across our Tailored Public Sector Solutions portfolio. You’ll also contribute to the future of executive education by integrating emerging technologies, including AI, and championing inclusive, culturally respectful learning experiences.
We’re looking for a strategic thinker with deep expertise in adult learning, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for translating complex challenges into impactful learning. You’ll work across teams and jurisdictions, embedding First Nations and Māori perspectives, and modelling inclusive, values-led leadership.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $170,000 – $175,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a strategic and creative communicator to bridge the gap between academic research and public sector practice. As Academic and Research Communications Adviser, you’ll lead the translation of complex research into accessible, engaging formats that resonate with government audiences across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
You’ll curate and produce digital artefacts, explainer articles, evidence syntheses and media content that amplify ANZSOG’s academic engagement and knowledge exchange initiatives. You’ll collaborate across teams and with external partners to ensure our research reaches the right audiences, in the right way, at the right time.
We’re looking for a skilled writer and relationship-builder with a deep appreciation for public governance and the power of evidence-informed policy. You’ll bring experience in communications, research translation and stakeholder engagement—and a passion for making ideas matter.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $95,000 – $105,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a visionary Head, Teaching & Learning to lead the design and delivery of premium programs that build capability and trust in government across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
This pivotal role drives innovation and quality across ANZSOG’s accredited and executive education portfolio. You’ll set the strategic direction for teaching and learning, champion evidence-based andragogy, and harness cutting-edge digital and blended approaches to create transformative experiences for senior public leaders. From adaptive learning technologies to immersive design, you’ll ensure ANZSOG remains at the forefront of global best practice.
As a thought leader and collaborator, you’ll work with faculty, practitioners, and partner agencies to embed inclusion and First Nations and Māori perspectives in every program. You’ll lead a high-performing team and foster a culture of continuous improvement and experimentation.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $145,000 – $155,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a visionary UX and LX Lead to shape the future of digital and blended learning experiences across our award-winning programs. This role is central to our transformation agenda—designing inclusive, intuitive and impactful learning journeys for governments across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
You’ll lead the integration of user experience (UX) and learning experience (LX) design principles into ANZSOG’s educational products, collaborating with faculty, technologists and stakeholders to deliver future-ready solutions. From AI-enabled platforms to immersive digital environments, you’ll ensure our learning is accessible, culturally respectful and pedagogically sound.
We’re looking for a strategic designer with deep expertise in adult learning, UX/UI, and digital education. You’ll bring creativity, rigour and a passion for public purpose—translating complex needs into elegant, scalable solutions.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $125,000 – $130,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a dynamic Strategic Communications Manager to lead our communications team during a period of transformation and growth. This pivotal role will amplify ANZSOG’s impact across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, shaping our voice across internal and external channels and growing our brand equity in the public sector.
You’ll lead the creation of compelling content – including thought leadership, alumni stories and research translation, helping to connect academic and knowledge exchange initiatives with broad audiences. This will include driving our social media strategy, supporting the Office of the Dean & CEO, and engaging directly with media.
If you’re a strategic storyteller with strong stakeholder engagement skills and thrive in complex environments, we’d love to hear from you.
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $130,000 – $135,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
ANZSOG is seeking a skilled Business Analyst to join our Organisational Performance team. This role supports ANZSOG’s reporting and data architecture needs and contributes to strategic planning. You’ll analyse performance metrics across financial, employee, student, customer, and faculty experience to deliver insights that drive organisational improvement.
Key functional responsibilities and accountabilities include:
- Developing and maintaining reporting frameworks aligned with strategic goals
- Analysing organisational performance data and supporting KPI development
- Collaborating with stakeholders to deliver tailored reporting solutions
- Supporting pricing, costing, and business case development
- Contributing to planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring processes
- Promoting data literacy and continuous improvement across the organisation
This role will be offered as a full time ongoing position. Full position description is available here.
Salary: $110,000 – $120,000 per year + super
Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
Any queries about the roles can be sent to recruitment@anzsog.edu.au.
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