Joint Medical Program (JMP) Manager

• Help shape the future of medical education
• Work with leading academics, clinical professionals and health partners
• Lead a dynamic, high-profile program in an evolving medical education landscape

Drive strategic leadership and operational excellence in a pioneering medical education partnership

The Joint Medical Program (JMP) is a nationally recognized collaboration between the University of Newcastle (UON) and the University of New England (UNE), designed to train the next generation of medical professionals. We are seeking a highly motivated Joint Medical Program Manager to provide high-level strategic, executive, and operational leadership, ensuring the continued success of this unique program.

The Role

As the JMP Manager, you will work closely with the Dean of the Joint Medical Program and the UNE Head of the School of Rural Medicine to provide expert advice, strategic oversight, and executive support. You will lead the development and implementation of the JMP Strategic Plan, oversee governance and policy development, and coordinate complex multi-institutional relationships. Your ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders—including university faculties, clinical schools, health partners, and accreditation bodies—will be essential to ensuring the effective delivery and continuous improvement of the program.

Key Areas of Responsibility include:

• Strategic Leadership & Advice
• Operational & Executive Support
• Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
• Policy & Governance
• Committee Management

About You

You are an experienced leader with a strong background in higher education management, health education, or program administration. You have exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, a deep understanding of governance and policy frameworks, and the ability to drive strategic initiatives in a complex, multi-institutional environment.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in program management, governance, and strategic planning
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills across universities and health sectors
• Expertise in policy development, accreditation requirements, and contractual agreements
• Excellent communication and analytical skills to support high-level decision-making
• The ability to manage complex projects with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

This continuing position is fulltime at a HEW 8 Higher Education Level located at John Hunter Hospital.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni. 

About the Unit  

The School of Medicine and Public Health’s educational strengths include delivery of the JMP which comprises the sequential programs Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (BMedSc MD). The school also has a strong research focus and works closely with the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI). 

The JMP was established in 2006 as a collaborative partnership with the University of New England to jointly deliver the five-year medical program. It does so in partnership with NSW Health and the Hunter New England and Central Coast Local Health Districts, and numerous General Practice facilities and other medical student placement host organisations.

What’s In It For You

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is pro-rated from $116,596-$ 136,030 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
•  A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.

Postgraduate qualifications in Business or Higher Education Administration or other relevant field or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. 

1. Demonstrated leadership capability including the ability to lead/inspire a team of professional staff to deliver exceptional performance/outcomes.
2. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills including the capacity to build relationships between multiple organisations who support an inter-disciplinary way of working; Extensive experience in coordinating a complex program.
3. Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of Agreements, contracts and policies and proven record of monitoring associated compliance. 
4. Established high-level conceptual and analytical skills with demonstrated capacity to think laterally and synthesize information.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of workplace obligations to, and experience in leading and cultivating workplace practices and behaviours that promote, support, and maintain a safe, healthy, equitable, diverse, and respectful workplace, including responding appropriately to adverse accidents, incidents, behaviours, issues, reports, and the like. 

To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For specific position enquiries, please Roberta Anderson, College General Manager via email Roberta.Anderson@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Sunday 23rd March 2025 11:59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you