The Organisation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is in the top 100 of universities globally and sits within Australia’s elite Group of Eight, the country’s leading research-intensive universities. The oldest University in the state, UWA has a reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research across disciplines, including arts, business, engineering, law, medicine, science and social sciences. The University is committed to driving innovation and making a global impact, as articulated in UWA 2030 vision, to build on the University’s strong reputation for excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to sustain a vibrant centre for innovation inspiring students, staff, and stakeholders to make a global impact.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Amit Chakma, and as a member of the senior executive team, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education and Student Experience) will lead and drive the University’s education mission and student experience, furthering the ambitions of the University and promoting its reputation for world class education and excellence. The role leads the University-wide initiatives around regional strategy, student access and participation, course design and academic standards, lifelong learning as well as international strategy.

The Person

This exciting opportunity will suit leaders with an outstanding record of academic excellence in teaching and research, and high professional standing. You will demonstrate your ability to provide strategic leadership to an international, research-led university with high teaching-quality and develop and implement its education mission, goals, and objectives. Recognised for your passion for delivering an outstanding student experience, you will have the capacity to inspire all members of the University community to build a positive culture focused on achieving excellence.

To Apply

For confidential enquiries please contact Jenny Sutton or Diana Kovalova at Odgers Berndtson, the executive search firm assisting UWA - Jenny.Sutton@odgersberndtson.com or Diana.Kovalova@odgersberndtson.com.

For a copy of the Candidate Information Book and to submit your application please visit www.odgers.com/91822

Closing date: Wednesday 7 August 2024

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