Discipline Lead/Academic Program Manager (Information Technology)
Discipline Lead/Academic Program Manager (Information Technology)
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Job Description
Discipline Lead/ Academic Program Manager(IT)
About us
Ikon Institute is operated by EDU an ASX-listed provider of tertiary education specialising in Health and Community Services. We foster meaningful careers through high-quality education across our campuses in Sydney Melbourne Brisbane and Adelaide.
About the role
Ikon is seeking a Discipline Lead to drive the design development and establishment of new Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS) courses. This pivotal role requires academic leadership and IT expertise with a strong focus on curriculum development that aligns with Ikons mission.
Youll be responsible for developing cutting-edge curriculum preparing all necessary course accreditation documentation and building a high-performing lecturing team committed to academic excellence. Cultivating a collaborative culture within the discipline will be key. Additionally this role provides essential administrative and coordination support to the Dean and involves fostering strong relationships with all stakeholders to ensure seamless operations. The Discipline Lead also serves as a valued member of the Course Advisory Committee.
We are open to discuss this role as permanent or a fixed term role (24 months) with a minimum of 0.6 FTE (3 days) per week
Key Responsibilities
Course Development and Accreditation
- Manage the development and design of courses with their respective discipline area including associated aspects of the learning management system
- Develop industry relevant teaching and learning strategies that promote employability outcomes
- Support the preparation of documentation associated with course and professional body accreditation
- Conduct appropriate benchmarking to ensure quality and currency of courses and assessments
- Manage the design development and maintenance of learning resources (including for blended and online delivery as relevant) and facilities for courses to ensure adequacy and appropriateness and currency.
- Identify select and recruit appropriately qualified academic staff for the delivery of subjects
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks standards and requirements across all aspects of courses
- Actively engage with marketing and student recruitment staff to facilitate a clear understanding and communication of course requirements and outcomes
- Sit on Course Advisory Committees in relation to the development of IT courses
- Lead the development of new courses including businesses cases course outcomes course structure subject outlines and accreditation submissions; and
- Participate in planning and launch activities in relation to new courses.
Industry Engagement
- Engage with industry and professional bodies to maintain currency and relevance of courses and pedagogy
- Establish and maintain memberships links and partnerships with academic industry and professional communities
Education experience and skills
- A PhD in a directly related discipline or field
- Broad and in-depth knowledge of the IT or IS disciplines
- Knowledge of contemporary developments in the discipline or field informed by continuing scholarship and/or practice
- Skills in contemporary teaching learning and assessment principles specific to the discipline or field
- Experience in developing leading and managing high performance teams
- Experience in course development and accreditation of course curriculum
- Demonstrated understanding of requirements associated with regulatory frameworks especially the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.
Why Join us
A supportive team - When you work with us youre not just a team memberyour part of a supportive community that lifts each other up values every contribution and thrives on mutual respect.
Career progression- Here youll find an environment where your ideas matter your growth is prioritized and youre empowered to do your best workbecause when we succeed we do it together
A positive and fun work environment- Work should be more than just a jobit should be an experience you enjoy!
Daily breakfast supplied - We believe that a positive and fun work environment starts with the little things and whats better than breakfast
Training and Development opportunities - Professional development allowance available to invest in your future & help you stay at the forefront of your field
Diversity & Inclusion- We celebrate diversity and are committed to reflecting Australian society to better serve our students. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people culturally and linguistically diverse people people with disabilities sexually and gender diverse people and individuals of all ages.
Next Steps
Apply online or send your resume and cover letter to Only applicants with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be notified.
We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to our team!
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Contract
