• Based at either our Geelong Waterfront or Melbourne Burwood campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed term for 5 years
• Competitive salary and benefits including 17% Superannuation

 Drive innovation | Foster a high-performing team culture | Champion strategic infrastructure and digital advancements

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are agile and innovative, and committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education and research and the contributions we make to the wider community. As one of Australia’s largest universities, Deakin has strong global linkages, world-class research and an education portfolio that blends the best of campus and digital delivery into a highly supportive and personalised student experience. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

About the role

The Chief Information & Infrastructure Officer holds a key senior leadership position, entrusted with steering the strategic vision and overseeing the implementation of the newly integrated Physical Infrastructure and Digital Divisions structure. This integration reflects the complementary and interdependent nature of these domains, which are essential for advancing the university's strategic objectives. This role will be pivotal in transitioning a new team to an operating model focusing on collaboration, innovation and creating positively aligned interactions between our physical and digital infrastructures.

As the Chief Information & Infrastructure Officer, you will:

• Lead the Physical Infrastructure & Digital Division, driving strategic direction and innovation. Foster a human-centric, ethical and robust approach to functions and activities, ensuring successful outcomes for all stakeholders.
• Drive university-wide strategies and policies of complexity and integrate programs and initiatives to amplify education, research and innovation capabilities.
• Provide authoritative counsel and expert advice on new issues, champion initiatives that optimise outcomes, align with strategic plans, and leverage available resources.
• Lead and negotiate complex matters on behalf of the university and harness information and opportunities to reinforce the future vision.
• Exemplify Deakin's values and behaviours, inspiring colleagues across the university. Coach and mentor team members, fostering growth. Create a safe, sustainable and productive working environment in line with university strategies and policies.

To be successful in this role

You will bring a strong track record in leading large, complex organisations to achieve its strategic goals. You thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and leverage your exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership skills to drive impactful infrastructure and digital initiatives. Your collaborative approach, combined with proven expertise in resource and people management, enables you to deliver results while fostering high-performing, inclusive teams. You take pride in cultivating a culture of innovation, adaptability and continuous improvement.

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Chief Information and Infrastructure Officer.pdf

To apply 

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Kerrie Parker - Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University Services at dvc-us@deakin.edu.au 

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Sunday, 4 May 2025.

Why work with us?

At Deakin, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including various leave options such as generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to advance your career; an inclusive, supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.