Seize the unique opportunity to lead the Faculty of Education at the prestigious University of Melbourne.
About the University of Melbourne
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The Faculty of Education
For over a century, the Faculty of Education at the University of Melbourne has been a global leader in shaping the future of education, benefiting society. Its unique blend of over 4,000 postgraduate students, more than 81,000 alumni, and over 360 academic and professional staff has seen the Faculty ranked 13th globally and 1st in Australia in the 2024 QS World University rankings for the subject area Education and Training. The Faculty ranked 14th in the world in the Times Higher Education 2024 Rankings for the subject of Education. The Faculty's approach to addressing today’s grand challenges with ambitious experts, future change-leader students, and strong partnerships with educators, government, and industry sets it apart, inspiring and motivating all who are part of it.
About the Role
The University of Melbourne seeks an exceptional new Dean for the Faculty of Education, a role of significant weight and importance. The Dean will be the key figure responsible for leading the Faculty with vision, clarity and energy through its next chapter. Reporting to the Provost and supported by the Faculty leadership team, the Dean will be a distinguished professor with a proven record as a successful academic leader and manager. They will support and emphasise the importance of culture and values in the Faculty of Education and bring integrity and collegiality to all aspects of their work as Dean.
What we are looking for
As the Dean, you will provide leadership across the Faculty’s disciplinary areas, responsible for developing strategic and operational plans that will shape the future of education and lead the Faculty of Education to new heights. Your high visibility and wide recognition in the field, both nationally and internationally, will be crucial. Equally important will be your role in university leadership, where your membership in the university executive and your contributions to cross-university collaboration will be highly valued.
You will also have
- An outstanding record of academic achievement at full professorial level
- An ability to lead, motivate and inspire in a complex organisation through clear vision, exemplary change leadership, communication and personal influence
- An understanding of the higher education sector in Australia and/or internationally, including a sound knowledge of trends in management of contemporary universities in a rapidly changing environment
Please refer to the attached candidate pack for further information regarding responsibilities and requirements.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position
All university employees must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check to ensure a secure environment for all. If the selected candidate does not have a valid WWCC, they can apply during initial onboarding.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices to attract the most talented candidates. If you need accommodations, please email hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au with your name and contact information for a confidential discussion. Please title your email "Request for Reasonable Adjustments."
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through various programs and initiatives will ensure that you succeed and flourish at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy, visit - Murmuk Djerring
Please submit the following documents with your application for this prestigious role.
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection criteria (located in the Position Description)
The University of Melbourne will be supported in its global search for this appointment by the executive search firm The Insight Group. If you wish to discuss this role further in confidence, please contact Dr Rohan Carr or Ms Emily Witts at The Insight Group at applications@insightgroup.com.au or contact by phone at +613 9654 3288.
Please do not submit your application via the University’s website.
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Position Description
