Dean (Information Technology & Systems (ITS))

Overview

Join to apply for the Dean (Information Technology & Systems (ITS)) role at Victorian Institute of Technology (VIT).

The 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.

Location: Melbourne or TBD

Type of Employment: Full-time – 1 Year Term contract

For suitably qualified international candidates, VIT may consider sponsoring and funding visa application fees, subject to sponsorship approval by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

A highly competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the quality of experience, employment record and qualifications, will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Remuneration may also include relocation support where appropriate.

Role 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.
• Undertake teaching duties in ITS courses as required or directed by the Executive Dean.
• Any other responsibilities as directed by the COO, the CEO and in particular under the instruction of the Executive Dean in relation to academic operations, staffing and workload allocation.

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Qualifications and requirements

• Leadership and Management
  • Minimum 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.
• Teaching
  • Demonstrated 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 Partnerships
  • Experience in working collaboratively with partner organisations, industry, professional and community groups.
• Personal Attributes and Qualifications
  • AQF 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 relevant
• Travel
  • Inter campus, interstate and international travel as required.

What's on offer

• Work within a company with a solid track record of success
• Leadership Role
• Excellent career development opportunities

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Education Administration
• Information Services

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