Manager – Academic Governance Services

Overview

• Full time, continuing position
• HEW 9 (Starting from $141,417) + 17% Superannuation
• Based at the City campus plus flexible and hybrid working arrangements

About the position

The Manager, Academic Governance Services leads the development, implementation and continuous improvement of academic governance processes for vocational education (VE), associate degree and non-award offerings.

Drawing on strong expertise in VE, HE and non-award governance, you will provide strategic advice and coordinate activities across multiple teams to ensure programs comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements and quality standards. You will interpret legislation and governance frameworks, drive process improvements, and support the development of governance approaches across a range of domestic and international contexts.

As a senior leader within the Quality and Compliance team, you will provide expert guidance on governance pathways and compliance requirements, assess governance readiness, exercise delegated authority for governance actions, and support internal and external audit activities.

Working closely with Directors, Program Managers, the CoVE Partnerships team and key stakeholders across the University, you will support program approvals, amendments, transitions and discontinuations, oversee governance workflows and reporting, and help ensure academic quality and compliance across CoVE's portfolio.

This role requires exceptional stakeholder engagement, strong communication skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships that support effective and compliant governance outcomes.

In this role, you will

• Lead the review, development and implementation of academic governance processes and workflows across CoVE .
• Provide expert advice on governance pathways, compliance requirements and program lifecycle activities, including approvals, amendments, transitions and discontinuations.
• Ensure new and updated offerings comply with internal policies, external regulations and quality standards.
• Assess governance readiness, authorise progression through governance processes and support sound decision-making.
• Oversee governance workflows, reporting and risk management to support effective and compliant program governance.
• Build strong collaborative relationships and provide trusted guidance to stakeholders across CoVE and the broader University.
• Lead and support the Academic Governance team (currently two staff).

To be successful in this position, you'll bring

• Significant experience in academic governance, ideally within vocational education and/or higher education.
• Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, regulatory requirements and quality assurance processes.
• Demonstrated experience developing and improving governance processes, policies and workflows.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and prepare high-quality reports and governance documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem- solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate complex environments and manage governance risks.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, interpret data and deliver quality outcomes within tight timeframes .

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the College of Vocational Educatio n

The next evolution in V ocational E ducation at RMIT will need to meet people where they are and take them where they want to go.

RMIT’s College of Vocational Education will be ready for the challenge, guided by the EVOLVE@RMIT Roadmap .

EVOLVE sets a bold agenda and reflects our ambition to lead in industry-connected, learner-centered education to deliver real-world impact.

The EVOLVE Roadmap will contribute to the overarching vision of RMIT’s Knowledge With Action Strategy and will support collaboration with stakeholders across colleges and portfolios while also maintaining a distinct VE focus to ensure we can shape the university’s future as a connected and future-facing vocational institution .

Our five Roadmap actions are

• Offer transformative education experiences to all students
• Connect across RMIT and industry for applied research
• Respond at pace and scale to industry, government and communities
• Grow our impact as the leading multi-sector provider in our region
• Invest in our people and organisational enablers to support our success

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your interest and suitability 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 Medina (Talent Acquisition) at medina.hubanic@rmit.edu.au .

Applications may be reviewed as they are received. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as RMIT reserves the right to close this advertisement prior to the closing date.

Position Description - Manager, Academic Governance Services

Applications Close

16 Sept 2026 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.

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence . Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

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