Associate Dean of Student Success: Sydney or

**ACAP,** The Australian College of Applied Professions, is Australia's leading independent provider of tertiary education, delivering accredited courses in psychology, counselling, coaching, criminology, social work, law, and business management and leadership (MBA).

An exciting opportunity exists for a professorial level leader to join the college as The Associate Dean of Student Success. This role is pivotal in shaping and enhancing the student experience, academic achievement, and overall success of our diverse student body.

This role is suited to an energetic and passionate leader, determined to shape the forefront of student success. You will implement innovative institution-wide programs and initiatives aimed at fostering student engagement, retention and academic progression.

Your expertise in analysing quantitative data for informed decision-making, coupled with your leadership in championing DE&I practices and fostering cohesive, integrated approaches to student success, positions you to add unprecedented value. Your contributions will complement the current leadership team, bringing essential expertise to further enhance our collective impact.
- This position can be held from Sydney or Melbourne._

**Responsibilities include**:

- Visionary leadership for student success initiatives in line with strategic goals
- Foster collaboration with academic disciplines and stakeholders for integrated student support.
- Design and oversee college-wide programs for retention, progression, and timely degree completion
- Implement evidence-based practices for enhanced student engagement, academic performance, and wellbeing
- Monitor program effectiveness through data analysis, making adjustments for optimal outcomes
- Oversee and lead high-quality student support services including the Learning Hub and student counselling teams
- Collaborate for accessible, inclusive support services meeting diverse student needs
- Drive quantitative data insights to inform best practice, developing new ideas for continuous improvement
- Identify barriers to student success and implement evidence-based strategies to address them effectively
- A terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated experience in higher education leadership, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in leadership roles of increasing responsibility.
- Eligibility for appointment as a Professor or Associate Professor, with a distinguished record of scholarly achievement and teaching excellence.
- Expertise in student success theory, research, and practice, with a deep understanding of the factors that contribute to student retention, progression, and academic achievement.
- Proven ability to develop and implement institution-wide programs and initiatives to support student success, including experience with program evaluation and assessment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and build consensus around shared goals.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with experience working with diverse student populations and a demonstrated commitment to promoting social justice in higher education.

**Some benefits and perks of working with ACAP include**:

- Genuine flexibility with hybrid/work from home working arrangements based at any one of our campuses
- An investment in your professional development
- Health and well-being packages, including free counselling for employees and family, discounted gym membership, movie tickets, travel, hotels, and insurance
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- Up to 75% off study scholarships on all our courses
- 2 paid volunteer days per year for your passionate causes

**Why you will love our people-focused, purpose-driven culture**:

- Our focus on innovation and progression attracts change-makers
- You will work with others dedicated to transforming lives through meaningful education
- We attract staff and students from 40 different countries, the work we do has far-reaching benefits
- Our staff and students join forces in a shared vision to achieve REAL world CHANGE
- We eliminate roadblocks to fast track our achievements and reach our goals without barriers
- Diversity and equity in our workforce is our passion and priority; we embrace difference and ensure accessibility
- With campuses across Australia, there are opportunities for career growth no matter your location

**Diversity and Inclusion**:
**Join us in making the world a better place.**

**How to apply**:

- Submit your CV, and a cover letter addressing the essential criteria in no more than 2 pages

**Like to find out more?**
- For a confidential discussion contact Professor Christopher Klopper, Dean. Mobile: 0422 090 608