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Workday Student, Engagement Manager

SeniorFull-timeRemoteSydney NSW, AustraliaMelbourne VIC, AustraliaPerth WA, AustraliaQueensland, AustraliaProfessional servicesInformation technologyPosted 1 month agoVerified 2 weeks ago
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About the job

As a Delivery Lead / Workday Engagement Manager at Cognizant, you will embark on an exciting journey of delivering large-scale Workday transformations for higher education institutions in Australia and New Zealand. This job is crucial for ensuring high-quality outcomes and long-term client success, blending strategic oversight with hands-on leadership. The team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence, making it a fantastic opportunity to grow and make a meaningful impact.

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You'll be responsible for

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Leading complex implementations

Lead and govern complex, multi-phase implementations across Australian and New Zealand higher education institutions, ensuring alignment to agreed outcomes and delivery standards.
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Guiding solution design

Guide solution design at a high-level to align institutional policies, student lifecycle processes, and future-state operating models.
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Mentoring delivery teams

Lead, mentor, and develop cross-functional delivery teams, including functional and technical consultants and change workstream leads.

Key criteria

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Senior operational leadership experience

Significant experience in Australian higher education student administration functions.

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Knowledge of regulatory compliance

Deep understanding of Australian higher education regulatory and reporting obligations.

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Experience with system implementations

Hands-on experience leading major student system transformations, preferably Workday.

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5 criteria for this job
Senior operational leadership experience
Significant experience in Australian higher education student administration functions.

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Knowledge of regulatory compliance
Deep understanding of Australian higher education regulatory and reporting obligations.

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Experience with system implementations
Hands-on experience leading major student system transformations, preferably Workday.

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Strong communication skills
Ability to effectively manage customer expectations and present ideas.

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Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations.

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