Academic Convener

ANU; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Job summary

The Australian National University’s Pacific Security College invites applications for an Academic Convener at Academic Level C. The role leads design, delivery and continuous improvement of education and professional development programs addressing Pacific security priorities.

You will develop curricula, convene courses and engage both academic and practitioner experts while evaluating learning outcomes. A PhD or equivalent, and a record in Pacific policy and security work are required, with

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent qualifications in a relevant discipline and professional experience.
• Experience designing, convening and delivering high‑quality education or professional development programs.
• Ability to translate complex research and policy issues into accessible learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and continually improve the College’s education and professional development programs.
• Convene and deliver curricula, courses and workshops with academic and practitioner experts.
• Evaluate learning outcomes and strengthen connections between research, policy and practice.
• Collaborate with Pacific stakeholders, governments and regional partners; travel to Pacific island countries as required.

Skills

Academic leadership

Curriculum design

Policy engagement

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Classification: Academic Level C
Salary package: $149,657–$166,338 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-time, Fixed term (until 30 November 2029)

• Make a meaningful contribution to Pacific security through academic leadership at ANU’s Pacific Security College.
• Shape and deliver education and professional development programs that respond to Pacific priorities.
• Join a collaborative team and build partnerships with governments, universities and regional institutions across the Pacific.

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Position overview

The Pacific Security College is funded by the Australian Government and is part of the Crawford School of Public Policy within the ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy at the Australian National University.

Reporting to the Director, the Academic Convener will provide academic leadership in the design, delivery and ongoing improvement of the College’s education and professional development programs. The role will work closely with colleagues and Pacific partners to ensure programs are academically rigorous, practically relevant and responsive to the region’s security priorities.

The Academic Convener will develop curricula and learning materials, convene and deliver courses and workshops, coordinate contributions from academic and practitioner experts and evaluate learning outcomes. The role will connect research, policy and practice to strengthen the capacity of Pacific officials to address complex security challenges.

The successful candidate will contribute to the College’s research, policy engagement and academic partnerships, working collaboratively with governments, universities and regional institutions. Travel to Pacific island countries will be required.

While the position has a core set of responsibilities, there will be opportunities for the successful candidate to contribute in ways that align with their interests, expertise and professional development goals.

The Person

You will bring a PhD in a relevant discipline, or equivalent qualifications and professional experience, together with expertise in Pacific security, public policy, international relations or a related field.

You will have demonstrated experience designing, convening and delivering high-quality education or professional development programs. You will be able to translate complex research and policy issues into accessible, engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences, including government officials and practitioners.

You will bring a strong record of research, policy engagement or professional contributions relevant to the role, consistent with appointment at Academic Level C.

You will work collaboratively and build productive relationships with Pacific stakeholders, academic colleagues and practitioner networks. An understanding of Pacific contexts and the ability to work respectfully across cultures are essential.

The ability to exercise initiative and good judgement, coordinate contributions from others, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes is essential.

The College

The Pacific Security College is funded by the Australian Government and is part of the Crawford School of Public Policy within the ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy at the Australian National University.

The Pacific Security College works with Pacific island countries to build the capacity of officials to address a broad range of security challenges through executive and professional development courses, policy workshops, technical assistance and research.

We take a holistic approach to Pacific security, encompassing traditional and non-traditional security issues and guided by the Pacific Islands Forum’s Boe Declaration on Regional Security, the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent and the Blue Pacific Ocean of Peace Declaration.

We work in a spirit of service and collaboration with our Pacific stakeholders in national governments, universities, civil society organisations and regional institutions.

For further information please contact Pacific Security College Director Professor Dave Peebles, E: Dave. [e-mail]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager using the details above.