College Director and Principal

Western Sydney University International College (WSUIC) is a TEQSA accredited Higher Education Provider, located in Parramatta (Sydney). WSUIC offers University Foundation Studies and Diploma programs for students that have not met the direct entry requirements into Bachelor degrees at Western Sydney University. The college is a Joint Venture between Western Sydney University and Navitas. Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led institution at the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing and most economically significant region.. The University is ranked #1 globally and nationally in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings (2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025) for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. As a College Director and Principal, you will lead and manage WSUIC to achieve strategic and operational objectives, including those concerning college management, student outcomes, student experience, and academic quality. Key Result Areas Provide responsibility for, and leadership in, all aspects of WSUIC governance, strategic planning and financial sustainability, including ethical management of financial, human and physical resources. Lead development and execution of recruitment strategies that deliver sustainable, quality-led, risk-calibrated enrolment growth, managing source-market concentration and evidence-level in alignment with the University’s targeted evidence-level provider status. Identify and develop new pathway products and growth opportunities, including TNE, aligned with WSU and Navitas direction. Provide learning and teaching leadership to maximise success, retention, completion and transition to WSU. As Principal, hold accountability for academic standards and governance, the Academic Board and compliance with the HESF. Lead the ongoing development and maintenance of a quality assurance framework that drives continuous improvement across academic and operational areas, including any TNE programs. Ensure full regulatory compliance (TEQSA, HESF, ESOS, National Code, CRICOS) plus TNE compliance and oversight of priority risks (cyber, AI, gender-based violence (GBV)). Provide leadership of a safe, inclusive and supportive student experience that strengthens belonging and wellbeing, supported by a complaints framework aligned to the requirements of the National Student Ombudsman (NSO). Build organisational capability and a positive, values-led culture — developing talent, succession and staff wellbeing, and ensuring technology and physical infrastructure keep pace with enrolment growth. Develop and enhance strategic alliances and partnerships, deliver against the Services Agreements, and manage JV Agreements General responsibilities As well as efficiently, effectively and equitably achieving the key result areas listed above, the incumbent is expected to: work safely, in accordance with WHS policy and procedures of WSUIC; abide by the Acceptable Behaviour Policy and all WSUIC policies and procedures; participate in professional collegiate relationships with other staff members, students and management; participate in performance reviews and planning; undertake other duties consistent with the position as required. Relevant tertiary level qualification(s), preferably at postgraduate level, and extensive experience at a senior level in the higher education sector, preferably with extensive experience in the international higher education sector and pathway programs. Sound business, financial and higher education acumen, and a talent for creative thinking and problem solving. Demonstrated leadership and management skills at both strategic and operational levels, including effective management of human resources and teams; Demonstrated hands-on management style, adaptable to a changing environment. Demonstrated strategic and analytical skills and ability to be resourceful. Highly developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills and an ability to build and maintain effective business relationships and networks. Demonstrated knowledge of, and commitment to, quality assurance management concepts and issues and compliance management, with the capacity to apply this knowledge to the accountability of the position; Results-oriented and self-motivated; Knowledge of and ability to respond to the regulatory framework governing the higher education and particularly the international higher education sector in Australia, including TEQSA, the Higher Education Standards Framework, the ESOS Act, the National Code and CRICOS; Sound knowledge of equal opportunity, equity and workplace health and safety principles and ability to implement them at the strategic and/or operational level. Diversity Equity and Inclusion At WSUIC we promote and embrace an inclusive and diverse workforce. We believe equality, flexibility, and diversity deliver a rich collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff – no matter where they are from or who they are – feel safe, supported, and given opportunities to thrive. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, First Nations and Indigenous peoples, and people of diverse community groups. How to Apply Applications are assessed upon receipt. All applicants must have full working rights within Australia to be considered. Successful candidates depending on their role may be required to provide a Working with Children Check and undergo a Police Check.