AI Governance & Project Lead

Box Hill Institute of TAFE; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

On-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Generous leave options

Health and wellbeing supports

Novated leasing and salary packaging

Staff discounts

Job summary

Box Hill Institute leads the Victorian TAFE Network AI Hub, spearheading governance, policy, and delivery foundations for responsible AI adoption across Victoria's education sector. The role drives sector-wide transformation and collaboration with government, industry and education leaders to mature AI maturity in education.

You will report to the Manager, Digital, AI and Data Services, shaping governance frameworks, risk management and program delivery across 11 TAFEs and partner universities.

Qualifications

• You may come from AI Governance or Digital Transformation backgrounds.
• Experience translating emerging technologies into practical business outcomes.
• Background in public sector environments or education settings is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Drive implementation of the Victorian TAFE Network AI Strategy.
• Develop governance frameworks, policies, standards and operating models.
• Lead sector-wide AI risk, compliance and assurance activities.
• Coordinate AI initiatives across 11 TAFEs and dual-sector universities.
• Build relationships with executive leaders, government stakeholders and AI delivery teams.
• Manage complex programs, reporting, benefits realisation and strategic planning.
• Shape future AI capability and governance across the Victorian education sector.

Skills

AI Governance

Digital Transformation

Project Management

Public Sector Reform

Education Technology

Data Governance

Information Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Lead the future of AI in education across Victoria!

Box Hill Institute | Full time | 12 month Fixed-term

Shape AI. Influence a sector. Leave a legacy.

Box Hill Institute is entering one of the most exciting chapters in its history.

As the lead host TAFE for the Victorian TAFE Network Central AI Hub, we're not just adopting AI, we're helping define how it is used responsibly, safely and effectively across the entire Victorian TAFE sector. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of one of the largest education transformation initiatives currently underway in Australia.

We're seeking an exceptional AI Governance & Project Lead to help build, shape and drive the governance, strategy and implementation foundations that will accelerate AI maturity across Victoria's TAFE network. This is not a role where you inherit established processes. You will be the first appointment into the AI Hub, creating frameworks, governance structures, standards and delivery mechanisms from the ground up while collaborating with government, industry and education leaders to shape the future of AI-enabled education.

Why this role is different

This is a rare opportunity to:

• Build a newly established function from the ground up
• Lead sector-wide AI governance and transformation initiatives
• Influence AI strategy across Victoria's TAFE Network
• Work with AI leaders from government, education and industry
• Develop frameworks, policies and standards that could impact thousands of staff and students
• Help shape responsible AI adoption at scale
• Be part of Box Hill Institute's exciting next chapter as we embrace AI, data and digital innovation

Why work with us?

At Box Hill Institute, we offer more than just a job - we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where your wellbeing, growth and achievements are celebrated. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally:

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• On-site parking for added convenience
• Career progression opportunities and reward & recognition programs to celebrate your success
• Generous leave options such as Defence Reserve Service, Emergency Response, up to 20 days paid Family Violence leave and up to 16 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Health and wellbeing supports and resources, including FREE flu-vaccinations, FREE skin checks, FREE health checks and corporate health insurance discounts
• Financial perks like novated leasing and salary packaging
• Exclusive staff discounts on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family as well as discounted access to our on-campus retail services such as floristry, day spa and beauty salons, hairdressing salon, barbershop, restaurant, vet & dog grooming - all delivered by students in training, under the supervision of their teachers

About the role

Reporting to the Manager, Digital, AI and Data Services, you will lead governance, program coordination and stakeholder engagement activities for the Victorian TAFE Network Central AI Hub.

You will:

• Drive implementation of the Victorian TAFE Network AI Strategy
• Develop governance frameworks, policies, standards and operating models
• Lead sector-wide AI risk, compliance and assurance activities
• Coordinate AI initiatives across 11 TAFEs and dual-sector universities
• Build relationships with executive leaders, government stakeholders and AI delivery teams
• Manage complex programs, reporting, benefits realisation and strategic planning
• Shape future AI capability and governance across the Victorian education sector.

About you

You're a strategic thinker who thrives in ambiguity and enjoys creating structure where none exists.

You may come from:

• AI Governance
• Digital Transformation
• Project or Program Management
• Public Sector Reform
• Education Technology
• Information Management or Data Governance

You'll bring experience developing governance frameworks, managing complex programs, influencing senior stakeholders and translating emerging technologies into practical business outcomes.

Experience with AI governance, risk management, public sector environments or education settings will be highly regarded.

About us:

For over 100 years, we've been changing lives for the better, continuing to make this world a better place for all. By providing people with opportunities to expand their knowledge, experience and understanding of the world, we empower them to change their lives.

Our students can pursue everything - non-accredited short courses through the Centre for Adult Education (CAE); senior secondary qualifications including the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM); vocational certificates (including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships) and diplomas; and higher education degrees and a graduate certificate.

We are committed to a highly motivated and aligned workforce, so we'll be by your side to enable you, help you grow and offer you benefits which enhance your work-life balance.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.

Commitment to child safety

Box Hill Institute is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance towards the harm or abuse of children and young people.

We believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. All employees, volunteers, contractors and service providers are required to promote a culture of child safety, comply with the Child Safe Standards and other relevant legislation and reporting obligations of suspected child abuse as per the Institute's Child Safety Policy and Procedures.

All employees are required to hold and maintain a current, valid Working with Children Check for the duration of their employment at their own expense.

Candidates for employment at Box Hill Institute will be subject to pre-employment probity checks, and must satisfy Box Hill Institute's pre-conditions for employment.

Box Hill Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.