About WIN Higher Education

WIN Higher Education is an Australian higher education provider committed to delivering high-quality, industry-relevant education in a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Guided by a commitment to academic excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, the Institute offers students an engaging educational experience that prepares graduates for professional success. Strong governance, robust quality assurance and a culture of continuous improvement underpin all aspects of the Institute's operations. Through its Academic Board and Board of Directors, WIN Higher Education is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, learning and teaching, and student outcomes.

About the Appointment

WIN Higher Education invites expressions of interest from experienced higher education professionals for appointment to its Academic Board. The Academic Board is the Institute's principal academic governance body and operates under delegation from the Board of Directors. It provides academic leadership and oversight of academic quality, academic standards, learning and teaching, student success, scholarship and continuous improvement across the Institute.

Academic Board members contribute their expertise, experience and independent judgement to support effective academic governance and the ongoing development of the Institute.

The Academic Board meets five times each year, with additional meetings convened where required.

About You

Applications are invited from experienced higher education professionals who can demonstrate:

- Significant experience within the Australian higher education sector.
- A strong understanding of academic governance and quality assurance.
- Experience in academic leadership, curriculum development,



learning and teaching, research, or higher education governance.
- Knowledge of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021 and the Australian higher education regulatory environment.
- Robust communication, analytical and strategic decision-making skills.
- The ability to contribute sound, independent judgement to academic governance.
- A commitment to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and academic excellence.

Applications are welcomed from individuals with expertise across a broad range of higher education disciplines who can contribute to the strategic oversight and ongoing development of the Institute.

Why Serve on the Academic Board?

Appointment to the Academic Board provides an opportunity to contribute to the academic governance of a growing Australian private higher education provider. Board members play an important role in maintaining academic standards, supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement, and helping shape the strategic academic direction of the Institute.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this appointment, we encourage you to submit your application through the SEEK portal.

Your application should include

- A cover letter outlining your interest in the appointment and the expertise you would bring to the Academic Board.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- Contact details for at least two professional referees.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and discussions with shortlisted applicants may be conducted prior to the closing date.

Confidential Enquiries

If you would like a confidential discussion about the appointment before applying, please contact:

Associate Professor Charles Lo

Deputy CEO and Chief Academic Officer

WIN Higher Education

Email: [email protected]

📌 Expressions of Interest – Academic Board Members (Surry Hills)
🏢 Wentworth Institute of Higher Education
📍 Surry Hills