Head, School of Allied Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences

Internal-vacancies

Job Location:

Orange - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 208921 - 261151

Posted on: 6 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior executive leadership opportunity with strategic impact
Shape allied health education and research for regional communities
Lead a large diverse School with strong professional alignment

The role

Full Time Fixed Term (Five years)
Senior remuneration package ranging from $208921 - $261151
Albury - Wodonga Bathurst Orange or Port Macquarie

We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to take on the role of Head of School Allied Health Exercise and Sports Sciences. This is a strategic senior leadership opportunity to guide one of the Universitys most impactful and professionally aligned Schools delivering excellence in teaching research and community engagement.

Reporting to the Executive Dean the Head of School is accountable for the overall performance and strategic direction of the School across learning and teaching research productivity community engagement and financial and resource management.

You will provide strong visible leadership to a diverse academic community ensuring the School operates cohesively and contributes meaningfully to Faculty and University strategy. A key focus of the role is strengthening partnerships with industry professions government and regional communities with a strong commitment to improving rural and regional health outcomes.

As a senior leader within the University you will also contribute to Faculty and Universitywide governance planning and strategic initiatives.

About you

You are a credible academic leader with a strong record of achievement and the ability to inspire others in complex environments. You bring a deep understanding of the higher education and health sectors and a genuine commitment to regional and rural communities.

A doctoral qualification (or equivalent standing) in a discipline relevant to the School
Comprehensive knowledge of the tertiary education environment governance and policy frameworks
Strong understanding of the Australian health system and professional accreditation requirements
Demonstrated success leading teams managing resources and delivering strategic outcomes
Excellent leadership communication financial and risk management capability

About us

Learn more about the Faculty of Science and Health here.

Learn more about the School of Allied Health Exercise and Sports Sciences here.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online submit a statement of suitability demonstrating your skills knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the position description) and upload your CV.

If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in theposition description.

For Recruitment specific enquiries please contact Nelvin Kumar Talent Acquisition Consultant

or for a confidential discussion on the role please contact:

Professor Megan Smith Executive Dean - Faculty of Science and Health

Closing Date: 11pm 24 May 2026

Senior executive leadership opportunity with strategic impactShape allied health education and research for regional communitiesLead a large diverse School with strong professional alignmentThe role Full Time Fixed Term (Five years)Senior remuneration package ranging from $208921 - $261151Albury - W...

Senior executive leadership opportunity with strategic impact
Shape allied health education and research for regional communities
Lead a large diverse School with strong professional alignment