Group Integration Manager

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers Group Integration Manager Location negotiable across NSW (subject to campus availability) Permanent Full Time $230,530 salary package - includes base salary $203,592 plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That's why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work, and inspire our performance.

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools, ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Learning & Teaching, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating strategic priorities, executive initiatives and stakeholder engagement across TAFE NSW. As a trusted adviser and key conduit between the Chief's Office and the broader organisation, you will manage information flows, coordinate responses to emerging issues, and provide high-quality advice to inform executive decision-making. Working closely with senior leaders, government and external stakeholders, you will foster alignment across competing priorities, identify risks and opportunities, and contribute to governance, reporting and strategic planning activities that support organisational success.

You will also lead a team of three direct reports, build capability and drive a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Travel across NSW will be required to support strategic meetings and stakeholder engagement activities.

About you

You are a strategic and outcomes-driven leader with experience operating in complex environments, ideally within government or large-scale public sector organisations. You bring exceptional judgement, political acumen and stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to build trust and influence senior leaders. Comfortable working in dynamic settings you plan effectively, manage resources within policy frameworks, and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups. You are adept at managing competing priorities and delivering high quality outcomes under pressure while maintaining professionalism, discretion and credibility. Your ability to lead through change, navigate complex challenges, and maintain alignment with organisational priorities positions you as a trusted advisor.

Highly Regarded

• Experience within the NSW Public Sector
• Experience supporting executive, ministerial or Chief's Office functions.
• Understanding of the vocational education and training sector.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

Applications close 11:55pm AEST Sunday 9 August, 2026 Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:
Contact Sue-Ellen Brown, Talent Acquisition Lead, via email at or phone .

Role-specific enquiries:
Contact Mark Hawkins, Chief, Learning & Teaching, via email at .

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

Location is negotiable across our TAFE NSW campuses. Please note that preferred campus location is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer.

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