Manager, Curriculum Architecture

Times Higher Education; Canberra; On-site; AUD 142,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian National University (ANU) is seeking a Senior Manager 1 (Administration) to lead the Curriculum Architecture Team. You will shape curriculum governance, set policy and drive continuous improvement across the university to enhance academic quality and the student experience.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, advanced knowledge of curriculum governance, and the ability to lead strategic initiatives with colleagues across the university.

Qualifications

• Lead curriculum governance and continuous improvement across ANU.
• Provide expert advice on curriculum structures, academic policy and regulatory requirements.
• Lead a team supporting curriculum governance, student appeals and academic integrity.

Responsibilities

• Shape the frameworks, policies and processes that underpin excellent education, working with academic and professional colleagues across the University to support academic quality, innovation and a strong student experience.
• Lead curriculum governance initiatives and stakeholder engagement to drive continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic direction and senior guidance on curriculum architecture and regulatory requirements.

Job description

Classification:Senior Manager 1 (Administration)
Salary package: $141,637 - $148,403 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Fixed term (until 31 October 2027)

Position Description and Selection Criteria:PD_PEWER_SM1_Manager Curriculum Architecture.pdf

In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region. Learn more about ANU, our history and the community that has shaped us: ANU at 80

• Lead curriculum governance and continuous improvement across ANU.
• Provide expert advice on curriculum structures, academic policy and regulatory requirements.
• Lead a team supporting curriculum governance, student appeals and academic integrity.

Position overview

This is an exciting time to join the Curriculum Architecture Team, with education firmly in focus as ANU builds on its teaching strengths and growing recognition of the quality of its educational offering. As Manager, Curriculum Architecture, you’ll help shape the frameworks, policies and processes that underpin excellent education, working with academic and professional colleagues across the University to support academic quality, innovation and a strong student experience.

We’re looking for an experienced higher education professional with strong knowledge of curriculum governance, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to lead people and strategic initiatives.

For more information, please contact Suzy Andrew, Associate Director, Education Support and Innovation, [e-mail].

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [e-mail]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 9 November 2026, 11.55pm (Canberra time)