The University of Canberra is a deeply ambitious institution that values collegial, inclusive, and respectful leadership. Our decadal strategy, Connected 2023-2032, has at its core an explicit commitment to our staff and students, to our place in Canberra and the region, and to the Ngunnawal people.
We are a unique and close-knit University community filled with inquisitive minds that challenge the status quo with respect. As Canberra’s University, we are committed to our region, and through this commitment we seek to influence globally.
Our University is looking for leaders that share our vision, will enhance our culture, and are committed to the long-term success of our institution. You will share our ambition, as we embark on a program to drive expansion and student growth through our Education, Transformation and Growth project. Your career experience, skills and tenacity would have prepared you for this unique career challenge to be a UC leader, that will enhance our capability and sustainability into the future.
At just over thirty years young, the University of Canberra strives to provide education for all, ranked in the top 5 in the world for reducing inequalities1.
This impressive ranking is indicative of the commitment to our cultural diversity, support for first-in-family graduates, vibrant research community, meaningful indigenisation of the curriculum, and leadership in Work-Integrated-Learning.
We are focused on a bold future, with an enterprising Campus Master Plan that connects neighbourhoods, community and people with education, lifestyle and business through the pursuit of life-long learning. That focus on our physical presence is matched by our aim to transform into a truly personalised digital university.
We continue to serve and support our region as a civically engaged institution, working towards net-zero and environmental sustainability with a deep commitment to equality in access to education.
This is the perfect time for you to join us.
Take your place, make a difference.
1. THE Impact Rankings, 2023
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We are looking for individuals who want to drive innovation and contribute to a leadership team for a university that is embarking on a transformation. Individuals, who value our people, placing them at the heart of change. This is an opportunity to be part of a community-driven young university with big ambitions; and to work in an environment that will support you where together, we can make a difference to our community and our world.
We are now seeking an innovative and visionary person to join us as our new Executive Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Design.
The Faculty is home to two schools - the School of Arts and Communication, and the School of Design and the Built Environment - alongside the News and Media Research Centre (NMRC) and the Centre for Creative and Cultural Research (CCCR). This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the Faculty as it responds to the University’s decadal strategy: Connected 2023-2032.
5th in Australia in the worldwide Times Higher Education Young Universities Rankings 2023
#1 in Canberra for full-time employment
(GUG, 2024)
Ranked in the world’s top 300 universities
(THE, 2023)
Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.
The first step in UC’s strategy development process was the refresh of our Values and Purpose statement. This inclusive project engaged with over 250 staff from across the University.
Surrounded by iconic Australian bushland with a bustling city centre, Canberra has all the benefits of both big city and small-town living.
As the University for the National Capital, the University of Canberra is uniquely situated to drive change on a local, national, and international level, connecting to the seat of power, the hive of creative industries and the heart of social equity.
People in Canberra value education, creativity and progressive thinking. The University of Canberra is a significant contributor and active partner in the economic and social wellbeing of our local community.
Located in the suburb of Bruce, our beautiful campus boasts a blend of open space, tall trees, and native wildlife. Join a vibrant, welcoming community that will make you feel at home.
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