Provost and CEO

Newcastle University; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global university is seeking a Provost and Chief Executive Officer for its Malaysia campus. The role involves providing academic leadership, promoting a culture of learning and inclusive practices, and ensuring effective governance of the campus. Key responsibilities include collaboration with diverse stakeholders and fostering cross-campus research opportunities to drive continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will possess proven leadership skills and a commitment to diversity. Applications should be submitted via Talent Edu.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in academic leadership at a senior level.
• Commitment to promoting inclusivity and diversity within an academic setting.
• Strong managerial and governance skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall academic leadership.
• Foster a culture of learning and teaching excellence.
• Work closely with external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Planning

Job description

Newcastle University UK has established an international branch campus in Iskandar Puteri Johor Malaysia for the provision of its undergraduate Bachelor of MBBS Biomedical Sciences degree and Foundation in Biomedical Sciences programmes in the Biomedical Sciences.

We now invite dynamic and highly motivated individuals to apply for the following position:

We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to serve as Provost and Chief Executive Officer of our Malaysia campus. This pivotal role provides overall academic leadership across teaching, research and wider engagement, alongside responsibility for the effective governance and management of the campus to drive continuous improvement and sustained performance.

The Provost and CEO will lead a culture of learning and teaching excellence, foster a collaborative and inclusive environment and champion the University’s values and guiding principles. Operating in alignment with the University’s Vision and Strategy the postholder will work closely with stakeholders across the campus, the wider University community and external partners.

As Chair of the Campus Executive Board you will be a visible and values‑led role model, demonstrating the highest standards of leadership and behaviour. A strong commitment to a One University approach is essential, stimulating cross‑campus research and learning and teaching opportunities and working in close partnership with senior colleagues in Malaysia and the UK.

You can find further details in our candidate information pack here.

We are working in partnership with Talent Edu for this role as first point of contact. Please liaise with Mark Holleran.

Please note applications for this position should be made via Talent Edu; therefore please do not click on Apply Now below.

Newcastle University is a global university where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity and celebrate the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams; we believe success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University we hold a Gold Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.

Requisition ID: 29001

Closing date: 01 March 2026

Required Experience: Chief

Key Skills:

• Edp
• Intelligence
• Delivery
• ABAP
• Home Care
• Lab Testing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1