Director, Social Care & Health

Job Description

Overview: Join RMIT's flourishing College of Vocational Education. Senior leadership role of Director, Social Care and Health cluster. Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, with health teams at Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University. About You The Director, Social Care and Health (SCH) will drive strategic leadership within this industry cluster, one of 5 clusters within the College of VE. Leading the delivery of both VE and HE programs, this senior role is accountable for the delivery of 30 programs in Social Care and Health disciplines to over 3,000 students, with 120 staff. This vital position ensures accountability for quality, inspires innovation, and fosters deep connections and collaboration across a diverse range of programs and delivery methods including Nursing & Dental, Aged Care & Disability, Community Services, Allied Health and Applied Sciences. The incumbent will chart the course for the industry cluster, actively pursuing market opportunities and devising effective solutions that not only meet but exceed the expectations of industry and community partners, along with government and external funding bodies. In addition, the Director will deliver outstanding leadership to the staff team, cultivating a culture of excellence and continuous improvement that empowers the team to thrive, reach ambitious goals, and achieve lasting success. If you possess the skills to effectively manage large-scale programs that meet external accreditation requirements (such as VIT, ANMAC, and ADC), we encourage you to apply now. Your expertise could make a significant impact! To be successful in this position, you’ll have: Educational leadership experience related to leading HE and HE program teams, including external accreditation requirements relating to the SCH programs. The ability to develop a strong culture that supports and encourages creativity and continuous improvement. Experience in strategic and tactical leadership. High level of interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes and targets within a collaborative environment. Strong understanding of university systems relating to budget management, quality maintenance and good governance. Understanding of the issues and concepts employed in strategic planning and financial management and continuous improvement and in the design, development and delivery of vocational education and training. Proven leadership and influencing skills, including the capacity to initiate, lead and manage projects as well as organisational change programs that will contribute to improved programs. Knowledge and understanding of the educational requirements, issues and policies (internal and external) affecting Vocational Education and Higher Education. Knowledge and understanding of program accreditation requirements, including Australian Dental Council (ADC), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). Qualifications Relevant qualifications and proven expertise in the leadership of large-scale operational teams in a commercial or educational environment, and relevant industry experience. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. College of Vocational Education The purpose of RMIT’s College of Vocational Education is to empower learners and our industry, community and government partners to succeed in the new world of work. Our five-year strategic roadmap, AliVE @ RMIT, purposefully guides everything we do in vocational education to deliver our vision: to position RMIT as a leading multi-sector provider with global impact and influence. Led by our Deputy Vice Chancellor, the College of VE is reimagining how we deliver vocational education to create unique experiences for our students and partners, so we can: lead in practice-based learning empower learners for the future of work engage industry and community at scale grow for impact and influence The College of VE is delivering impact through transformation that creates long-term change. To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Diana via email at . Position Description - Director, Social Care and Health If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. Applications Close: 23 Feb 2025 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. 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