HEW 8 Professional Staff Strategic Leadership Program (Online)

πŸš€ Announcing the inaugural WATTLE HEW 8 Professional Staff Strategic Leadership Program – August 2026!

Are you a woman professional staff member at HEW 8 (or equivalent) ready to broaden your impact and step into more senior, strategic leadership roles in the university sector?

The new WATTLE HEW 8 Program is designed just for you.

What you can expect:

πŸ’» Three interactive modules delivered online, focused on:
πŸ”Ή Leading at an institutional level
πŸ”Ή Building strategic influence and impact
πŸ”Ή Performing effectively at the next level
πŸŽ“ Insights from senior leaders, practical workshops, and cross-institutional networking

Program runs online in August 2026.

Who should apply?

βœ” Women professional staff at HEW 8 (or equivalent) in Australian universities or research institutions
βœ” Those leading through people, projects, portfolios, or influence, and preparing for broader or more senior roles

Applications are open to both WATTLE member and non-member universities. Places are limited and will be filled as applications are received.

Find out more and apply here.

Questions? Contact Karen Teo, WATTLE Program Manager at kteo@swin.edu.au

Let’s support the next generation of women leaders in higher education. Please share with your networks!