Ref 3491/24 - Pro Vice-Chancellor, Quality and Integrity

• Lead the University's approach to educational quality assurance and academic integrity!
• Attractive senior remuneration package
• Full-Time, Fixed-Term for 5 years, Parramatta or Penrith campus

About Western

Western Sydney University is a dynamic, research-driven institution located in Australia’s most rapidly expanding and economically vital region. With 11 campuses in Sydney and additional locations in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, as well as planned campuses in India, we are at the forefront of global education. We proudly serve over 50,000 students, supported by approximately 3,500 staff, and are connected by a network of more than 200,000 alumni. Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, over 85% of our research is rated at World Standard or above. For two consecutive years (2022 and 2023), we have been recognised as the top university globally and in Australia for our commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (THE University Impact Rankings).

About the Division

The Division of Education leads the delivery of the University’s educational priorities, ensuring the quality and compliance of our educational offerings, and overseeing the professional development of our academic workforce. It fosters academic excellence across all Schools and implements strategic learning and teaching initiatives. The division supports and rewards teaching excellence, enhances the student experience and retention, maintains the integrity of academic programs, and delivers robust academic pathways. It also provides superior technical support and library services.

About the Role

As a member of the senior management team, you will ensure the quality and integrity of our educational offerings amidst a rapidly evolving landscape. The role involves leading the University's approach to educational quality assurance and academic integrity, managing regulatory compliance, and maintaining the quality of educational products. This position serves as a liaison with external regulatory bodies, ensuring adherence to the Higher Education Standards Framework. It involves implementing effective academic risk management strategies and leading curriculum and assessment renewal in line with regulatory changes. You will support new approaches to program approvals and governance, promote a culture of integrity in learning and assessment, and provide high-level advice to the University’s Senior Executive, contributing to policy development and organisational strategy.

About You

You will have an earned doctoral or terminal degree, or equivalent professional experience, and proven leadership in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and integrity within a higher education setting. You will have outstanding contributions to enhancing student learning and curriculum quality, an ability to inspire and lead enterprise-level educational changes, experience in building high-performing teams, and excellent interpersonal communication and stakeholder relationship skills.

Why Join Us?

You will be joining a high-performing team at an exciting time for Western Sydney University. You will be part of an institution dedicated to innovation, excellence, and global impact. Join us and lead the charge in maintaining the highest standards of educational quality and integrity. Apply now to become a key player in shaping the future of education at Western Sydney University.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 5 years (with potential to renew), Parramatta/Penrith campus. 

Remuneration: An attractive senior remuneration package applies to this appointment.

Position enquiries: Professor Maryanne Dever, Deputy Vice-Chancellor & Vice-President, Education, via [email protected] . 

Closing date: 12:00pm (Midday), Thursday 15 August 2024

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