Senior Manager – Knowledge and Learning
At the Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate Senior Manager – Knowledge and Learning to join our dedicated Research, Policy and Advocacy team.
Location: Fitzroy, Victoria
Job Type: Part-Time working 22.8 hours per week
Salary: $122,960.12 to $128,093.62 to per annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation (pro-rata for part-time employment)
What we offer our employees:
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Salary packaging options to improve your take-home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
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Career development opportunities
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Leave loading of 17.5%
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Flexible working arrangements
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Employee Assistance Program
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Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity to develop the knowledge and learning function for the Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL).
The Senior Manager – Knowledge and Learning oversees the BSL Library, including development of its collections, partnerships, and broader research and learning services function. The role is critical in establishing the Library as an enabler of community and organisational knowledge, research, learning and capacity-building.
Key responsibilities include:
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Establish and promote the BSL Library as an enabler of community and organisational knowledge, research, learning and capacity-building through the development and provision of specialist information, research and learning services.
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Oversee and develop a relevant, accessible, high-quality and dynamic Library catalogue.
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Ensure the preservation and curation of BSL’s archival collections to support organisational culture and provide public benefit.
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Oversee research and policy evidence searches, systematic reviews, and resource development around BSL’s history and foundational frameworks.
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Lead, support and mentor staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative, high-performing and inclusive culture.
About Brotherhood of St. Laurence:
Our vision at the Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL) is an Australia free of poverty.
Our purpose is to advance a fairer Australia through leadership on policy reform, partnerships with communities, and the quality of our services.
We employ over 1,500 staff and are supported by 1,000 volunteers, partnering with governments, industry and communities to address poverty across the nation.
Our work spans all life stages — from early childhood, youth, and employment, to disability and aged care services. We are known for our Op Shops and social enterprises, financial wellbeing programs, and for connecting research, practice and policy to advocate for systemic change.
BSL values diversity, inclusion and safety. We are committed to supporting all people — especially children, young people and vulnerable adults — to be respected, safe and empowered.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is passionate about supporting BSL’s mission and delivering excellence in their role.
Key skills and experience:
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Tertiary qualification or specialised training in library and information science/management, conferring eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
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Minimum of 10 years’ relevant professional experience.
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Extensive experience managing a library service or information centre in a social policy or research setting.
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Expertise in research and information services, including conducting systematic reviews and preparing reports for stakeholders.
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Knowledge of archival management and recordkeeping as per Australian Society of Archivists (ASA) standards.
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Highly developed digital literacy and expertise in digital library management systems such as KOHA and DSpace.
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Understanding of Australian Copyright law in library and research settings.
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Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build high-functioning, collaborative teams.
If this sounds like the right fit for you:
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.
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Your application must include:
Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.
To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here.
For more information about this role, please contact Katy Cornwell at katy.cornwell@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.
Applications close: Monday 8 December at 11:55PM.
We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.
