Join the University of opportunity – where creativity is nurtured and encouragedBe part of the Academic Quality and Standards Team, working closely with a high performing and talented team of professionalsThe position is currently co-located at the Footscray Nicholson Campus and the Footscray Park CampusAbout Us:At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly . One of the drivers "Thriving place to Study and Work" will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.Academic Quality and Standards (AQS) department provides advice and support to Colleges and organisational areas of the University across a number of policy and procedural settings which relate to the Higher Education Standards Framework and the regulatory environment which applies to Vocational Education and Training. AQS has a wide role in the learning and teaching environment at VU, playing a significant role in academic governance through policy development, monitoring, and direct reporting to the Academic Board.About the Role:The Quality Partner role will support the Director Academic Quality and Standards and the Chief TAFE Officer to ensure the delivery of TAFE courses offered to Vocational Education students at VU meet regulatory requirements and grow the university's reputation as a dual sector-provider. This position will support the alignment of internal business processes and systems with the requirements of external regulatory agencies.Examples of the duties you may perform are:Supporting the Director Academic Quality and Standards and Quality Partner in providing strategic advice to VU TAFE, as well as identifying and mitigating risks and finding opportunities for continuous improvementProviding oversight and support to VU TAFE in meeting external and internal regulatory requirements and driving transformational change with the Director of Academic Quality and StandardsSupporting Executive Directors to manage professionally accredited courses through the accreditation cycleThis is a full-time position at HEP 9 classification, with salary range of $124,066- $129,080 per annum plus 17% superannuation, classification working 36.75 (1.0 FTE) hours per week over a continuing contract period.About the Person:To be considered for this role, you should possess:A deep commitment to improving the experience and outcomes of learnersExcellent understanding of Federal and State government legislation and policies related to the vocational education and training sectorEnthusiasm for innovation and a practical approach to problem-solvingA multi-sector perspective and understanding of VET and Higher Education, informing the development and implementation of initiativesCapacity to drive transformational change with 'built in quality' and continuous improvement strategiesFor a position description and/or to apply for this role, pleaseclick here.Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:•A cover letter,•Your curriculum vitae/resume,•A document containing your responses to the Key Selection CriteriaNote: Applications which do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered.Applications close on Wednesday 26 June 2024 at 11.59pm (AEST)Who to Contact:For further information relating to the position, please contact Deborah Tyler, Director Academic Quality and Standards on ****** Commitment to Protecting Country:Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.Victoria University is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. VU encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field.#J-18808-Ljbffr
