"Academic Engagement Director"

Job No.:567303

Work type:Continuing

• Full-time/Continuing Teaching & Research Academic appointment and Leadership Role
• Located at La Trobe University’s Sydney CBD Campus
• Shape sector-leading practices and provide expert advice and strategic insights
• Exhibit your expertise in the higher education sector, leading teams and new initiatives in this newly created role.

About the School of Education 

From Semester 2 2024, the School of Education will launch its domestic (CSP) focused Master of Teaching program at La Trobe University Sydney Campus (LTUSC), with a future launch planned for the Master of Education in 2026.

Reporting to the Dean, the Academic Engagement Director (AED) is a leadership role that will form part of the School’s executive group. The AED is a strategic leadership position pivotal not only in ensuring the operational effectiveness of the LTUSC course portfolio but also in forging and nurturing strategic partnerships that enhance the School’s objectives. 

About the position

As a recognised leader in the higher education sector, the AED will serve as an integral link between the School and its strategic partners, facilitating engagement and collaborative initiatives. In this capacity, the AED ensures that partnerships are leveraged to support high-quality teaching, enrich student experiences, and align with the School’s long-term strategic vision. The AED also provides an important link between the standard administrative duties of LTUSC with the La Trobe University policies and the Higher Education Standards Framework by continuously monitoring the quality and support of the delivery. Across the course lifecycle, the AED brings attention to issues in course and subject delivery, addresses student cohort issues, and undertakes good governance process through reporting in the Joint Management Committee (JMC).

Within the LTUSC teaching team, the AED fosters the supportive environment for high quality teaching and provides opportunities for members of teaching teams to contribute to the course organisation and management. In collaboration with the Head of Campus, Associate Dean (Partnerships), Associate Dean (Learning and Teaching) and Dean, the AED will drive continuous improvements in course design, delivery and support. 

As the Academic Engagement Director, some of your duties at this level will include: 

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key internal, external and partner stakeholders.
• Liaise with LTUSC Head of Campus and Navitas staff to facilitate a collaborative partnership and delivery of services.
• Monitor responsibilities of the LTUSC and La Trobe in accordance with the agreement Responsibilities Matrix.
• Include course specific details in the Third Party Teaching Guide to align with the program agreement and ensure compliant program implementation.

Skills and knowledge required for the position 

• Completion of a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline area.
• A comprehensive knowledge and ability to evaluate discipline-specific teaching methods and pedagogies.
• Demonstrated competence in leading teaching and curriculum development in tertiary education programs.
• Demonstrated competence in leading academic teams.
• High level communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people and committees.

Please refer to the Position Descriptions for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: Sunday 16^th June, 2024 at 11:55pm

Position Enquiries: Miriam Tanti, Associate Dean, Academic Partnerships, Email m.tanti@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Vicki Stavrou, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Email v.stavrou@latrobe.edu.au

Position Descriptions below:

 PD-Academic Engagement Director.pdf

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up-to-date resume; and
• A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.