General Manager – Growth, Partnerships and Pathways | Teach for Australia (C/ Gembridge Australia)
Teach for Australia
Melbourne preferred, but other locations around Australia considered
Posted on: 14 November 2025
Closing date: 12 December, 2025
* Executive leadership role for a leading education-focused NFP
* Inspire future teachers and leaders across Australia
* Full time, hybrid
* Melbourne location preferred, however will consider other Australian locations
Teach For Australia (TFA) is on a mission to ensure every child in Australia has access to an excellent education—regardless of postcode. They recruit and develop exceptional people to teach and lead across the country, building a community of leaders committed to equity for children.
TFA is a values-driven organisation where they:
* Serve the Students – Everything they do is in service of children and young people.
* Have High Expectations – For themselves, for others, and for what’s possible for students.
* Make It Happen – They act with deliberate intent to create meaningful change.
* Get There Together – Collaboration is at the heart of their big vision.
* Celebrate Along the Way – They find joy in progress and possibility.
The Role
Reporting directly to the CEO, the General Manager, Growth, Partnerships and Pathways plays a critical role on Teach For Australia’s Executive Leadership Team. This position leads the strategic delivery of the Associate Attraction Strategy, inspiring and engaging exceptional future teachers and leaders to join the education system. With 3 direct reports and a broader team of approximately 20, the pivotal role demands visionary leadership, strategic acumen and innovation, plus a deep commitment to educational equity.
In this role, you will:
* Shape strategy: Develop and execute TFA’s attraction strategy to grow the appeal of their flagship teacher and leadership programs
* Lead innovation: Drive brand, marketing, recruitment and admissions with creativity, out-of-the box thinking, and impact
* Build partnerships: Cultivate relationships with universities, government and education institutions
* Unite teams: Align efforts across marketing, recruitment, admissions and placement for a seamless candidate experience through a unified, collaborative approach
* Champion growth: Identify new opportunities and revenue streams to amplify TFA’s reach and impact
About YOU
* Extensive experience in senior leadership roles, with a track record in strategy, marketing and growth
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build partnerships that drive impact, particularly with government and education institutions
* Strong leadership and coaching skills, and able to lead, inspire and motivate diverse, multi-disciplinary teams to achieve successful operational outcomes
* Solutions-oriented, demonstrating a growth mindset and adaptable approach
* A strong understanding of TFA and its programs, and a commitment to addressing educational inequity
Gembridge Australia champions diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and genders.
APPLY NOW if you are a strategic leader with a passion for driving growth and innovation that will shape the future of education in Australia.
Gembridge is proud to partner with Teach For Australia.
For a confidential discussion, contact Michelle Varcoe or Jenni D’Orival at Gembridge on 1300 313 413 or apply@gembridge.com.au.
Application URL: https://www.gembridge.com.au/jobs?ja-job=1053820
