Dean of Strategic Innovation

4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeTransformation Full time $180,000 - $240,000
Strategic Leadership for Student Success

This role is pivotal in driving innovation and excellence at the heart of university life, ensuring student engagement, retention, and successful transition into higher education.

The Executive Dean leads the development and implementation of strategic plans, fosters academic excellence, and promotes a collaborative environment that supports interdisciplinary collaboration and integration across education, research, and industry engagement.

A key focus is placed on student retention initiatives and supporting pedagogical innovation and technology-enhanced learning through the VU Block Model Academy, while ensuring course quality, academic integrity, and student belonging and wellbeing.

About You

You are a visionary academic leader with a distinguished record of achievement and a PhD in a relevant field.

Internationally recognised for your contributions to higher education, you bring senior executive experience in academic leadership and management, supported by a deep understanding of national and global tertiary education trends, government policy, and funding frameworks.

Your thought leadership – particularly in transition pedagogy and innovative teaching methods – will enhance the first-year student experience and further advance the VU Block Model.

You are committed to fostering a values-based, inclusive, and collaborative culture, and you lead with integrity, empathy, and strategic foresight.

You bring strong commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive student growth, program development, and secure research funding.

Your leadership is marked by excellence in financial, portfolio, and change management, as well as a dedication to quality assurance and occupational health and safety.

Requirements

  1. Degree Requirements: PhD in a relevant field
  2. Leadership Experience: Senior executive experience in academic leadership and management
  3. Skills and Qualifications: Strong commercial acumen, thought leadership, and exceptional communication skills
  4. Personal Qualities: Integrity, empathy, strategic foresight, and a commitment to fostering a values-based culture

Why This Role?

This is an exciting opportunity to lead innovation and excellence in student success, working collaboratively with stakeholders to drive positive change and make a lasting impact on university life.

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