Deakin is a dynamic and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research, engagement, 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.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic provides the vision and strategic leadership of the University’s Academic Portfolio across an integrated digital and campus learning environment. The portfolio combines the academic and professional responsibilities for developing a dynamic, high-performance culture across all matters relating to teaching capability and innovation, enhanced learning and assessment, graduate employability, indigenous strategy, the library and, of course, the student experience – Deakin has been ranked the #1 Victorian university for its student experience for 14 consecutive years.

Candidates will demonstrate the necessary academic credibility to engage colleagues, as well as the business acumen, to deliver efficient and effective services, complex initiatives, and projects. Candidates will also exhibit an appropriate record of education leadership and management experience commensurate with being part of a high performing university leadership team. Outstanding communication skills and a data-led approach to decision making are essential, as is the ability to influence, inspire, think creatively and exercise sound judgement.

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 cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

To learn more about this unique opportunity please contact our advising consultants Alun Parry and Katie Miller at Boyden on +61 2 9225 7400, or Katherine.miller@boyden.com

Applications close on 21 October 2024.