Dean of Information Technology & Systems (ITS)Add expected salary to your profile for insightsThe Victorian Institute of Technology (VIT) is a dual sector education provider committed to providing students with the best possible educational opportunities and outcomes appropriate to their needs.VIT offers Business, English, Hospitality and Information Technology courses to domestic and international students, including Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems, Master of Information Technology and Systems, Bachelor of Business, Master of Business Administration, ELICOS and Certificate III to advanced Diploma of Hospitality programs.VIT strives to imbue students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to become creative, self-motivated professionals with both specialist knowledge and high skill levels in their chosen area of work.About the role:VIT is currently seeking a senior academic leader to provide disciplinary leadership in Information Technology and Systems (ITS), with responsibility for overseeing the delivery of ITS courses across all modes—online and face-to-face. The appointee will be based at either VIT’s Adelaide or Geelong campus and will report directly to the Executive Dean.The successful candidate will lead the academic development, delivery, and quality assurance of VIT’s ITS courses, including the Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems, Master of Information Technology and Systems, Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma in Information Technology and Systems, and the Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Information System Studies. These programs are delivered to both domestic and international students across multiple campuses and delivery modes.The role also plays a key part in academic governance and external compliance activities, including course accreditation, re-accreditation, provider re-registration, and ACS professional accreditation and re-accreditation of relevant programs.For further details about the ITS courses, please visit:Location: Geelong, VIC or Adelaide, SAType of Employment: 1 Year Term contractRole and Responsibilities:Providing academic leadership in the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of ITS courses (MITS and BITS), ensuring high-quality, industry-aligned, and student-centred curriculum.Leading the development of new undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including coursework and research qualifications, in alignment with strategic priorities and market demand.Overseeing academic operations, including study plans, timetables, staffing, and academic integrity across all delivery modes and locations.Leading course innovation and quality assurance initiatives, including online and asynchronous delivery models, course monitoring, external moderation, and accreditation (TEQSA, ACS).Mentoring academic staff, fostering contemporary teaching practices, and embedding scholarly and pedagogical development into curriculum delivery.Engaging with industry, alumni, and professional networks to enhance WIL opportunities, graduate outcomes, and the relevance of course offerings.Participating in academic governance, committee leadership, and strategic planning to support institutional goals and uphold compliance with the Higher Education Standards Framework.Responsible for successful conduct of various Industry events, alumni and Graduation ceremonies planned by VIT.Any other responsibilities as directed by the COO, the CEO and Executive Dean.Qualification and Skills Required:Leadership and ManagementMinimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership role preferably in Australia.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and management and work in a collegiate environment while building strong teams, managing budgets and limited resources and coordinating a broad range of functions in line with strategic objectives.Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development and achievement of the organisation’s strategic goals and maintaining a commitment to achieving shared goals.TeachingDemonstrated experience and knowledge of the technical requirements appropriate to curriculum planning, content delivery and assessment in the required field of education.Demonstrated teaching skills and enthusiasm for educating international students in higher education.External Relationships and PartnershipsExperience in working collaboratively with partner organisations, industry, professional and community groups.Personal Attributes and QualificationsAQF 10 (doctoral) qualification, or equivalent blend of qualification and experience. A teaching qualification is also desirable.Highly developed interpersonal communication skills and the ability to engage and manage staff and students in the delivery of high-quality education programs.A record of scholarly engagement in a discipline relevantTravel· Inter campus, interstate and international travel as required.Note:Only successful applicants will be contacted.How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Dean?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice.
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