Manager, Academic Quality Standards and Regulatory Affairs
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Job Location:
Wollongong - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
An excellent opportunity exists for a collaborative and innovative person to join a values-based leadership team to drive Academic Quality initiatives based in Wollongong.
UOW College Australia (UOWCA) is wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Wollongong. Since 1988 UOWCA has been offering students alternative entry to UOW through university preparation courses. UOWCA course offerings include Academic programs (Higher Education Diplomas and University Entrance Programs) English Programs and Vocational programs.
The Manager Academic Quality Standards and Regulatory Affairs plays a critical leadership role in ensuring UOWCA maintains all required educational licences registrations course accreditations and funding approvals across multiple regulatory frameworks.
This position is the primary liaison with Australian government agencies and regulatory bodies leading all institutional responses to audits reviews and information requests. The role also contributes to the management of academic misconduct and appeals processes and supports UOWCAs governance framework including board and committee secretariat functions and the continuous improvement of policies and procedures.
Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with the UOWCA Leadership Team this role is central to safeguarding the Colleges regulatory standing academic integrity and institutional reputation.
Key Selection Criteria
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in law Education Policy or a related area.
- Experience working in quality assurance and/or regulatory compliance leadership roles within the Higher Education sector.
- Experience in the conduct of regulatory audits.
- Ability to work independently manage and plan own workload and set own priorities
- Extensive knowledge of the Australian Qualifications Framework and Standards National Protocols for Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training approval and license processes Standards and Criteria for English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) and Foundation Studies Programs and the ESOS legislative framework.
- Ability to build and manage effective relationships with key internal stakeholders and external contacts across Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training sectors government agencies and regulatory bodies.
Personal Attributes:
- Proven problem-solving skills
- Proven attention to detail and accuracy
- Project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent administrative skills
- High level interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Nuanced stakeholder engagement
- Ability to work under pressure set and manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- A commitment to Values of Passion Courage Integrity Excellence Collaboration and Innovation
- Certified proof of right to work in Australia.
What We Offer
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Opportunities to contribute to meaningful organisational goals.
How to Apply
If youre ready to take on this role and make an impact at UOW College wed love to hear from you. For the Position Description please click: applications must include:
- Cover letter
- Document addressing the selection criteria
- Resume
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and may be shortlisted for interview prior to the closing date of 06 February 2026. If you have any questions please contact us via
Join us in driving excellence innovation and integrity at UOW College!
Responsibilities
Maintain and ensure Regulatory Compliance for all UOWCA Courses and Programs
- Oversee the UOWC Academic Quality Section
- Ensure effective reporting to relevant UOWCA and UOW Governance Committees
- Manage Student Misconduct and Appeals
- Policy Work
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Proofreading
- Adobe Acrobat
- FDA Regulations
- Manufacturing & Controls
- Biotechnology
- Clinical Trials
- Research & Development
- GLP
- cGMP
- Product Development
- Chemistry
- Writing Skills
About Company
The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception. Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusi ... View more
