Education Policy, Governance & Regulatory Lead

Centre for Continuing Education; Sydney; On-site; AUD 146,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Senior Manager, Policy, Governance and Regulatory Services, based at Camperdown Campus. You will lead three functions within the Academic Registrar: education policy, portfolio governance and regulatory services, providing specialist advice and shaping policy and compliance.

You will manage a small team, engage with stakeholders across the University, ensure governance arrangements meet legislative requirements, and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Experience in developing, reviewing and implementing policies.
• Ability to interpret legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience governance, risk management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• lead development, review and implementation of education, curriculum and student policies
• drive policy reform and provide advice on interpretation and application
• oversee governance and secretariat support for Education and Students Portfolio committees
• support compliance with legislation and other external requirements
• provide advice on higher education regulatory frameworks, including the Higher Education Standards Framework and AQF
• oversee compliance monitoring, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
• lead and develop a small team, building strong stakeholder relationships, and ensuring effective service delivery

Skills

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Senior Manager, Policy, Governance and Regulatory Services, based at Camperdown Campus. You will lead three functions within the Academic Registrar: education policy, portfolio governance and regulatory services, providing specialist advice and shaping policy and compliance.

You will manage a small team, engage with stakeholders across the University, ensure governance arrangements meet legislative requirements, and drive continuous improvement