Chief Education Delivery Officer (Trades)

Chief Education Delivery Officer – Trade Industries

What it means to work at GOTAFE

When you work with GOTAFE you are helping people to change their lives through education. At GOTAFE, our students are at the centre of everything we do, and we create a supportive environment for our students and employees to achieve their goals. As a leading vocational education provider, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, relevance, and innovation.

With GOTAFE by your side, YOU’VE GOT THIS.

Job details

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Senior Leadership Team in the role of Chief Delivery Officer – Trade Industries.  In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient and effective delivery of educational programs.  You will oversee all aspects of program delivery, from resource management to stakeholder engagement.  By driving a culture of continuous improvement and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, this role plays a vital part in upholding GOTAFE’s reputation for excellence in education. 

As the successful candidate you will have:         

• Extensive experience in education program delivery, strategic planning and operational management, preferably obtained within the VET sector with a proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Significant leadership skills and experience in leading, developing, and engaging multi-disciplinary teams to achieve student and stakeholder-focused outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Deep understanding of compliance, regulatory requirements, and governance in education, with strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Ability to influence and negotiate in complex stakeholder environments.

If you are successful in this role, you will be required to provide:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in and education and/or business-related field
• Senior management experience in Education Delivery, preferably focused on Trade Industries.
• A current Police Check (date of issue is to be no more than 6 months prior to commencement date)
• A current Working with Children Check - Employee (or proof of application)
• A current Driver’s Licence (Car).

How to Apply

For further information regarding this opportunity and detail regarding the portfolios for which this role is responsible, please contact Sian Browne at ***********@gotafe.vic.edu.au

Applications close: Tuesday 25 June 2024

What sets us apart as an employer?

A positive, supportive culture is the key to our ensuring our employees have everything they need to perform their roles. Flexible work arrangements and robust learning and development programs are some of the benefits our employees enjoy.

GOTAFE provides a sense of community and fosters a safe, supportive space for students and staff alike to contribute, grow, support each other.

An inclusive employer

GOTAFE embraces diversity, inclusion and equity in building a workplace that reflects our communities. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We offer   peer networks to support you at GOTAFE.