Management - Universities, Other (Education & Training)Full timeAbout the RoleOperated as a joint venture between Swinburne University of Technology and UP Education since 2020, Swinburne College offers pathway and English language courses on Swinburne's Hawthorn campus in Melbourne.The College Director plays a key leadership role in shaping and driving the strategy and priorities of Swinburne College, working closely with the Swinburne College Board of Directors. As the senior leader, the College Director is accountable for the overall management and performance of the College, ensuring alignment with the Board's vision and goals.The role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations of the College, including managing key metrics such as student enrolments, revenue, EBITDA, student success rates, and progression to Swinburne University of Technology. The College Director also leads the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and programs that support the achievement of these objectives.A core aspect of the role is building and leading a high-performing workforce that fosters a positive and inclusive workplace culture. The College Director will ensure that staff are supported and empowered to deliver on the College's strategic goals, while maintaining a strong focus on student experience and success.As the leader of a passionate team of educators, the College Director will ensure that Swinburne's pathway programs delivered in Melbourne by Swinburne College meet regulatory and policy requirements, with a particular emphasis on achieving quality student outcomes. The role requires close collaboration with teams across Swinburne and UP Education, working together to meet quality, compliance, and commercial objectives.The College Director is responsible for the effective implementation of the Services Agreement between Swinburne College, Swinburne University of Technology, and UP Education. While reporting directly to the Swinburne College Board, the College Director will work closely with Swinburne's Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement) and UP's CEO, University Partnerships & Australia, to ensure the success of the College and its students.About YouTo be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:Demonstrated high-level leadership experience in the vocational, pathways, or higher education sector.Proven leadership and team-building skills with experience in leading, coordinating, and motivating staff (including academic staff) across a range of diverse functions and activities.Strategic finance and operational excellence focus with extensive experience in the development and implementation of strategies and/or strategic initiatives including measurable plans.Demonstrated commercial acumen.Exceptional interpersonal skills and experience in interacting effectively at a senior level with both internal and external stakeholders to develop relationships built on trust.QualificationsThis position is open only to applicants who have work rights in Australia.To ApplyPlease submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position.If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to Swinburne's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.Applications Close: Sunday December 1st at 11 PM.Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.Diversity, Equity and InclusionSwinburne University of Technology is dedicated to creating a varied, welcoming, and open learning and work environment that embraces diversity, promotes inclusion, ensures fair access to opportunities, and actively opposes bullying, discrimination, sexual harm, victimisation, and vilification.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ApplicantsWe welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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