Management - Universities (Education & Training)
The Course Director (Film and Animation) is responsible for overseeing the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of a suite of cognate academic courses at SAE.
Reporting to the Dean, the Course Director's primary objectives are:
Drive course quality and compliance, including curriculum review and development, ensuring the currency of curriculum to support strong graduate outcomes. Identifying new opportunities in the market and develop and implement new course and unit proposals. Lead scholarship and creative practice in the discipline group and establish SAE as a leader in the discipline. Build relationships with scholars and industry partners which benefit the currency of SAE's curriculum and raise the professional standing of the institute both domestically and globally. The person we seek will ideally have the following: A doctoral degree or relevant postgraduate qualification AQF 10, or near completion in the field of the course or a closely related discipline. Excellent understanding of the Higher Education Standards. A track record in scholarship and/or creative practice in a relevant discipline. Significant teaching and learning leadership experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Demonstrated expertise and currency in the subject matter and relevant industry practices. Experience in curriculum development and assessment design. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Core Competencies: Excellent leadership and management abilities, with a focus on fostering collaboration and a positive work environment. In-depth understanding of effective teaching strategies and pedagogical approaches. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Commitment to continuous improvement and staying abreast of developments in the field. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate faculty and students. Adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing needs and priorities within the academic environment. Personal Attributes: Strong leadership presence and the ability to inspire and motivate others. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with faculty, staff, and students. Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. About Us: Established in 1976, SAE University College is Australia's leading private educator in niche creative programs, and globally SAE delivers offerings to over 10,000 students at more than 50 campuses around the world. SAE is recognized for providing students with access to the best industry equipment and facilities, employing teaching staff with strong industry experience and delivering hands-on teaching and learning in small class environments. The Institute engages with industry to develop curriculum that is relevant to local and global workforce needs. Nationally and globally, SAE offers an extensive suite of creative media programs, from short courses and professional training through to bachelor and postgraduate degrees. SAE is part of the Careers and Industry Division of the Navitas group.
Diversity and Inclusion: Navitas promotes and embraces an inclusive and diversified workforce. We believe equality, flexibility, and diversity in the workplace will deliver a rich and collaborative environment for our employees, students, and clients. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and diverse community groups.
How to apply: Please apply online to lodge your application successfully. Applications close at 5.00pm on Wednesday 25 September 2024; however, we reserve the right to progress or confirm applicants prior to the close date. For enquiries about the role, please contact Rachael Shea, Acting Dean via email on
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