The University of Notre Dame Australia Careers

Description

Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic & Registrar (Internal Only)
Sydney Campus
Full-time Opportunity, Fixed term contract (5 Years)

• Be part of a welcoming community of professionals, academics and students.
• Rewarding opportunity
• Competitive Salary + 14.25% superannuation

About the university

The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.

About the office

This role acts as standing deputy for the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic (DVCA) and as such attend all meetings on behalf of the DVCA when appropriate. It will also coordinate the approaches to student-facing issues as exemplified by the duties of academic registrar and as such create bridges between Student Administration, Student Life and the Library.
 
About the role

The Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor is expected to provide leadership within the University supporting the academic delivery of curriculum, ensuring relevant registrar related requirements are fulfilled. This includes the reporting of student and staff data to regulatory bodies, overseeing the process of course credit assessments, and managing student governance related processes. This role reports to the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic and is integral in supporting and maintaining compliance with legal standards and contributing to the overall academic quality and performance of the institution and it is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely issuance of official academic records, as well as providing critical support services to academic staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and Report Regulatory Data to regulatory bodies such as TEQSA and the Department of Education, ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Strategic leadership and execution of comprehensive academic outcomes as well as management of key student facing aspects including management of student related governance.
• Collaborating with the Diocese and Catholic Education organisations in line with the community-focus of the portfolio and support of the Objects of UNDA.
• Collaborating with industry partners to enhance curriculum and provide students with real-world insights.
• Provide guidance and advice to the DVCA.
• Provide line management to leaders of key functional areas within the DVCA portfolio.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction to those within academic departments, faculty, and administrative employees.
• Comply with all other reasonable training and duties as identified by the line manager (or delegate).
• Comply with University policies and procedures in all aspects of their work and conduct.

Qualifications, skills & experience

• Postgraduate qualifications (PhD or equivalent) and extensive relevant experience
• Proven experience in academic leadership or senior roles within higher education, and proven expertise in the management of significant human and material resources
• Demonstrated success in curriculum development, program assessment, student related governance and educational innovation.
• Integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive information
• Knowledge of TEQSA is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple strategic projects in a Higher Education
• Strong project management and time management capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
• Ability to work collaboratively with academic and administrative staff.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Strong understanding of academic program and curriculum design, records management principles and academic reporting requirements

Benefits

• Generous training and development opportunities
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Fast paced environment with opportunity for professional growth

How to apply

Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications closing date: 09 December 2024

For further information on how to apply, please visit: How to apply | Notre Dame

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.      

The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.

Contact us

Please direct your queries regarding this role to Janette Tam, [email protected]