Vacancy Number: 35

Position Title: Head of Program – Information Technology

Employment Status: Full-Time, Ongoing

Department: Business & Construction (Higher Education)

Location: Multi-campus – Melbourne Polytechnic

Award Classification: Academic Level D – Associate Professor

Salary Range: $147,143 + super

Hours per Week: 38

Why Work with Us?

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in vocational and higher education since 1912. We offer:

Practical, industry-led training with real-world application

Inclusive, future-focused learning environments

A supportive community committed to educational excellence and student success

Strong connections with industry, government, and academic partners

About the Role

As Head of Program – Information Technology, you’ll lead the strategic and academic direction of Melbourne Polytechnic’s IT programs. This high-impact role includes teaching, curriculum leadership, team management, industry engagement, and quality assurance across our growing suite of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Key Responsibilities

Provide academic and strategic leadership for IT programs, staff, and students

Drive curriculum innovation, program quality, and accreditation (TEQSA, ACS)

Strengthen research outputs, mentoring early career academics

Build partnerships with industry, regulators, and professional bodies

Manage academic operations, timetabling, staffing, and student outcomes

Represent Melbourne Polytechnic in governance and academic forums

Skills and Experience Required

PhD in Information Technology or a closely related discipline

Demonstrated excellence in academic leadership and curriculum development

Strong record in teaching, research, and student engagement

Proven experience with TEQSA and ACS accreditation processes

Commitment to inclusive education, staff development, and continuous improvement

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)

A National Police Check

How to Apply

Click‘Apply’ to be redirected to our careers portal, where you can view the full Position Description and submit your application.

You'll be asked to:

Complete all pre-screening questions

Upload your CV and cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD

File Requirements:

Each file must be under 2MB

PDF format is preferred (also accepts .doc or .docx)

Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , ! @ # % *)

Selection Process

Our process includes:

An in-person or virtual interview (via Microsoft Teams),

Reference checks

Employment and qualification verification

Contact Details

Contact: Recruitment Team

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd July 2025

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.