Academic Governance and Curriculum Officer

• Salary Package: From $99,161 to $109,457 per annum (HEW Level 6) plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave
• Appointment Type: Full-time, fixed term appointment until July 2026
• Location: Macquarie Business School, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

​About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and adaptable Academic Governance and Curriculum Officer to join our Faculty team. This role is critical to supporting the delivery of academic governance and curriculum management activities, ensuring alignment with University processes and enhancing the student and staff experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer academic governance and curriculum-related processes across the Faculty.
• Provide advice and recommendations to senior academic and professional staff on curriculum and governance matters.
• Support annual planning and coordination of governance activities, ensuring compliance with University requirements.
• Provide high-quality secretariat support for Faculty committees, including scheduling, preparing agendas and minutes, and managing follow-up actions.
• Liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders to implement curriculum changes and manage the annual curriculum cycle.
• Assist academic staff with developing, reviewing, and proofreading curriculum proposals.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of governance and curriculum management processes.

About You

You are a detail-oriented and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced academic environment. You enjoy bringing structure and clarity to complex processes and take pride in delivering accurate and timely outcomes. As someone who is adaptable and collaborative, you will work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders - from senior academic leaders to professional staff - and will approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset.

Your ability to balance competing priorities, anticipate needs, and maintain a high standard of professionalism will set you up for success in this role. Above all, you are committed to supporting a high-quality student and staff experience through strong governance and curriculum practices.

About Us

Macquarie Business School (MQBS) brings together leading academics and industry partners to solve real-world problems and develop the next generation of leaders. With more than 16,000 students and internationally recognised programs, MQBS is ranked among the top business schools globally. Our teaching and research emphasise innovation, employability, and global perspectives, equipping students with the skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

As part of Macquarie University, we are committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative environment. Located on our Wallumattagal Campus in the heart of Macquarie Park's innovation district, MQBS offers staff opportunities to contribute to impactful education, research, and industry engagement.

Macquarie is engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.

Why Work at Macquarie?

Macquarie is a university on the move - we're bold, innovative, and deeply committed to staff wellbeing. We rank among the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index and earned a five-star QS World Ranking for employability.

Our prime location is just a short walk from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Enjoy the benefits of working at a campus that offers:

• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Onsite childcare facilities
• Discounted health insurance through Medibank
• Onsite vacation care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Onsite GP, imaging, and physio clinics

To Apply

To apply for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that demonstrates how you meet the selection criteria below.

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field and/or extensive experience in academic governance or curriculum management.
• Strong knowledge of University academic policies, with experience in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.
• Proven experience providing secretariat support, including preparing agendas, minutes, reports, and following up on actions.
• Experience with complex scheduling, diary management, and annual planning cycles.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant systems.
• A strong customer service focus, professional standards, and commitment to EEO and WHS principles.

Work Rights*: This position is not available for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or currently residing in Australia with full working rights.*

Role Enquiries: Angela Chow - Educational Governance and Initiatives Manager at

Application Close: Monday 29 September 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (AEST)

*** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. *We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received.*

A Place Where You Belong

At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.

Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.