Head of Department, Community Work

2 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

The Health, Community and Science (HCS) College at Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is seeking an outstanding Head of Department in the CIT Community Work Department who, through quality leadership and management of education and related activities, will contribute to the achievement of the department, College and organisational goals.

The CIT Community Work Department delivers training from certificate III level through to Diploma level qualifications in the areas of Alcohol and Other Drugs, Community Development, Community Services, Mental Health, Population Health, and Youth Work. The department also delivers a range of industry specific programs including non-accredited courses for the continual education of industry professionals. Training is delivered through full time, part time and flexible study modes. The department works collaboratively with industry and with other areas across the College of Health, Community and Science and CIT to create unique innovative learning opportunities for students.

The Head of Department role requires an exceptional leader who possesses strong communication and teamwork skills in managing a dynamic team of administrative and teaching staff to ensure excellence in delivery in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. This includes the development of innovative and customised models of delivery and assessment while ensuring the provision of high-quality customer service to learners.

**Eligibility/Other Requirements**:
All managers at Manager Education Level must hold a full Training and Assessment Certificate IV level qualification (such as a TAE40116 or equivalent), and a Diploma in Vocational Education and Learning.

Where a manager undertakes a teaching activity, the manager must also hold vocational qualifications equal or higher to that being taught.

Industry experience is highly desirable, though this does not have to be in the relevant discipline being supervised.

Bachelor of Education, Management or relevant higher-level qualification and working and management experience within the Community Work sector is desirable.

**Notes**: This is a permanent position to be filled by mid-April 2023

**How to Apply**: Please submit a two-page pitch on why you think you are the best person for the job. Your suitability will be assessed based on your skills and knowledge in relation to the duties/responsibilities of the role and clearly linked to the selection criteria. Please provide two referee reports along with a current curriculum vitae.


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