Head of ELICOS

Location: Surrey Hills, VIC

Term: Full Time permanent opportunity

Travel: International travel to China required

Shape the Future of Global Education with AEMG

AEMG Education is a pioneering international education organisation headquartered in Australia, dedicated to building bridges between cultures and academic institutions. With a network of over 70 partner universities across China, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Europe, and the USA, we are committed to advancing global talent development through innovative academic programs and strategic partnerships.

AEMG's Academic Division

The Academic Division oversees and delivers AEMG's academic programs, managing educational initiatives in collaboration with partner universities. These include:

• Teaching visit programs delivered by partners
• English language courses embedded in degree programs in China
• The DEP English language test
• Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral Qualifying Programs
• Academic subjects taught on behalf of global university partners, as well as International Credit Courses delivered at Chinese universities

About the Position

We are seeking a visionary Head of ELICOS to lead the strategic development and delivery of our English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) across multiple branches. Reporting to the Vice-President, Academic, this role is central to shaping curriculum excellence, fostering academic innovation, and ensuring alignment with global standards and partner university expectations.

This is a unique opportunity to influence international education outcomes and work with a dynamic team of educators across borders.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Leadership

• Design and oversee ELICOS curriculum frameworks and teaching methodologies
• Ensure alignment with accreditation standards and learning outcomes
• Drive innovation in pedagogy and digital learning tools
• Collaborate with academic teams to integrate ELICOS with Academic Content Workshops (ACW)

Faculty Development

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and professional growth of EAP Master Teachers and faculty
• Cultivate a collaborative teaching culture across branches
• Deliver training and mentoring to support excellence in teaching

Student Success

• Develop and implement student support initiatives focused on academic achievement and well-being
• Provide expert guidance on complex academic matters

Quality & Compliance

• Implement robust quality assurance processes to monitor and enhance program delivery
• Conduct regular teaching observations and program reviews
• Analyse academic data to inform continuous improvement strategies

Operational Oversight

• Manage and mentor a high-performing academic team
• Coordinate curriculum delivery across branches
• Ensure seamless communication between branch teams and central academic leadership

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD in Education, Applied Linguistics, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years' experience in higher education teaching
• Proven leadership in EAP curriculum development and innovation
• Strong interpersonal, coordination, and communication skills
• Experience with Chinese and international education systems (highly desirable)
• Fluency in Mandarin and English
• Willingness to travel to China for program oversight

Why Join AEMG?

At AEMG, you'll be part of a global movement in education. We offer:

• A collaborative and culturally diverse work environment
• Opportunities to influence international academic programs
• Professional development and leadership growth
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on students' global learning journeys

Apply

Apply via SEEK by Friday 28th November 2025.

AEMG reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is identified before the application deadline.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

---