**Work type**:Fixed Term
**Dean - School of Humanities and Social Sciences**
**Be at the forefront of Humanities and Social Sciences**Education** and Research as the Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at La Trobe University.**
La Trobe University's School of Humanities and Social Sciences features four dynamic departments: Archaeology and History; Languages and Cultures; Politics Media and Philosophy; and Social Inquiry. Collectively, these departments offer a rich array of disciplines and interdisciplinary programs. With a commitment to academic excellence and innovative research, this school fosters an inclusive and stimulating environment for staff and students to thrive and make meaningful contributions to their fields.
**Key Responsibilities**
The Dean is responsible for overseeing the academic standing, strategic leadership and overall management of the School. This includes effectively managing human, financial and other resources to maintain and enhance the School's academic standards, teaching, research, industry engagement and community interactions.
**Leadership and Strategic Direction**
Shape the future of the school in alignment with the University's strategic goals, steering our academic and research endeavours to new heights.
**Research and Industry Engagement**
Drive sustained and significant School research activity by way of external research revenue and high-quality publications and other research outputs while leading strategic initiatives to explore and capitalise on emerging opportunities, expanding the institution's academic footprint and impact through innovation, technology and global partnerships.
**Learning, Teaching, Course and Subject Portfolio and Student Experience**
Drive innovation across teaching, learning, and student support to ensure an outstanding educational experience that meets the needs of students, industry partners and the broader community.
**Staff Management**
Oversee the management, growth and development of academic staff, providing leadership in performance management, career development and fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Lead the development and execution of an academic strategy that aligns with institutional goals and anticipates emerging trends in technology and higher education.
**Financial Leadership, Responsibility & Accountability**
Ensure financial sustainability within the academic division, managing budgets and resources effectively, while driving academic excellence and operational efficiency.
**External Engagement and Alumni**
Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including governments,
industry leaders and international academic partners, to enhance the university's reputation and drive collaborative opportunities and revenue streams.
**Your profile**:
- A dynamic leader with a doctoral qualification in a relevant field, possessing a distinguished record in scholarly activities, teaching and external research funding.
- An adept strategist capable of leading complex operations within a university setting, skilled in financial and people management.
- A champion of culture and change, ready to inspire and drive excellence across all facets of the school's activities.
Please refer to the Position Description in the booklet for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
**How to apply**:
Submit your resume and a cover letter answering and outlining the following key points:
- Your vision for Humanities and Social Sciences at La Trobe University.
- Describe your leadership style and what success for the School would look like under your leadership.
- Provide example(s) on how you uplifted the student experience and research outcomes in a previous or current role.
- Outline how you contributed to financial responsibility within your department and how you may have increased revenue streams.
The cover letter should be no more than 5 pages
**Closing date**: Sunday 29th June 11.55pm
**Essential Compliance Requirements**
To hold this La Trobe University, position the occupant must:
- hold, or be willing to undertake and pass, a Victorian Working With Children Check; AND
- take personal accountability to comply with all University policies, procedures and legislative or regulatory obligations; including but not limited to TEQSA and the Higher Education Threshold Standards.
**Other Information**
**Position Flexibility**
**We offer flexible work arrangements that can assist you in balancing your work and other responsibilities.
**Why La Trobe**:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you'll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses - the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future
This is more than just a job. Working at La Trobe offers opp