Interim Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education and Student Experience)

UWA; Western Australia; Presencial; AUD 300.000 - 550.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Western Australia invites applications for a Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education and Student Experience. This high‑level leadership post shapes teaching excellence, student outcomes and academic quality across the university.

Lead university‑wide initiatives including curriculum innovation, digital transformation, and regional/international growth. Play a pivotal role in the University Executive to influence strategy and partnerships, guiding a diverse academic and professional

Formación

• Extensive leadership experience in higher education; ability to influence at executive level.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing strategic educational initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills across diverse communities.
• Collaborative, values-driven leadership focused on excellence and student outcomes.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic leadership for UWA's education portfolio and deliver a distinctive educational vision.
• Lead university-wide initiatives to enhance student experience, curriculum innovation and digital transformation.
• Collaborate across portfolios and with internal and external stakeholders to advance UWA's objectives.

Conocimientos

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Higher ed policy

Descripción del empleo

• A unique opportunity for an experienced UWA leader to shape the future of education and student experience across the University.
• Drive institution-wide innovation in learning and teaching, student success, digital transformation, and educational excellence.
• Full-time interim appointment, with the duration to be discussed with the successful candidate.
• Competitive executive remuneration package.

About the area

The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education & Student Experience) has responsibility for academic quality and standards, curriculum innovation, technology-enhanced learning, student success and progression, international recruitment, regional engagement, lifelong learning, employability, access and participation, and strategic partnerships. Working closely with academic and professional leaders across the University, the portfolio plays a critical role in delivering UWA's strategic ambitions and maintaining our reputation for world-class education.

About the opportunity

• Provide strategic leadership for UWA's education portfolio, shaping and delivering a distinctive educational vision that strengthens teaching excellence, student outcomes and academic quality.
• Lead university-wide initiatives that enhance the student experience, including curriculum innovation, digital transformation, employability, lifelong learning, regional engagement and international growth.
• Contribute as a member of the University Executive, fostering collaboration across portfolios and working with internal and external stakeholders to advance UWA's strategic objectives.

About you

• Extensive leadership experience within higher education, including the ability to influence at an executive level and work effectively across diverse academic and professional communities.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic educational initiatives that enhance teaching quality, student experience, academic standards and institutional performance.
• Exceptional communication, engagement and influencing skills, with the capacity to build strong partnerships across the University and with external stakeholders.
• A collaborative and values-driven leader committed to excellence, innovation, integrity, equity and delivering outstanding outcomes for students and the University community.

Position description: PD - Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education and Student Experience 524969.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact the Vice-Chancellor's office at [e-mail]

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Wendy Young at [e-mail]

Closing date

11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 22 November 2026

Note: Interviews will be held across Thursday, 26 November and Friday, 27 November 2026

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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