Closes: 05 November 2026

Classification: Head of Department Salary: $146,967 - $151,438 plus superannuation

Position No: 72422

Directorate: Canberra Institute of Technology

Advertised (Gazettal date): 22 October 2026

Contact Officer: Angela Ryan on [email protected] or (02) 6207 4981

Details: About the role:

Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is seeking a Research Capability Manager to serve as the operational lead of the National TAFE Educator-Led Research and Praxis Centre - a national capability being built at CIT under the National TAFE Network.

This role sits at the meeting point of research design, curriculum development and educator capability. The Manager is responsible for the Centre's research methodology, for designing and quality-assuring the professional learning that prepares TAFE educators to undertake research, and for coordinating the cross-jurisdictional research pods at the heart of the Centre. Working closely with partner TAFEs, the Manager will form pods, provide methodological guidance to participants, and support the translation of their research into demonstrable changes in practice.

An early priority for the role is contributing to the establishment of the National TAFE Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC), working alongside the Research Centre Lead to put the Centre's ethical foundations in place. The Manager works in close partnership with the Lead, who sets direction and holds the partnerships to deliver the Centre's work, and provides oversight of the Research and Mentoring Coordinator.

We are seeking a candidate with sound knowledge of practitioner or applied research methods, robust curriculum design skills in a VET or adult education context,



and an understanding of the TAFE sector and the conditions that support educators to engage in research.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

Mandatory Qualification

Refer to the ACTPS CIT Educators EA 2023-2026, sub-Clause M10.8. All employees at Educator Level 1.3 to the Head of Department Level must hold a full Training and Assessment Certificate IV level qualification (such as a TAE40116 or equivalent) and a Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (or equivalent).

Industry Experience and Desirable Qualifications

- A postgraduate qualification in education, applied research, curriculum design or a related field is highly desirable.
- Experience in VET workforce development or educator professional learning, particularly in a national or cross-jurisdictional context.

Registration/licensing

- All CIT and ACTPS employees are required to complete a criminal history record check prior to commencement.
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.

For further information refer to Apply for or renew a WWVP registration — Access Canberra.

- This position does require a pre-employment medical.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately up until 31 December 2028 with the possibility of permanency.

How to Apply:



You should provide a tailored curriculum vitae (maximum of three pages) along with a statement of no more than two pages that outlines your skills, capabilities and experience, against the professional and personal characteristics outlined in the position description.

Try not to duplicate information that can be found in your curriculum vitae in the statement, but do highlight any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

We’d love to hear from you - we encourage prospective candidates to contact Angela Ryan to discuss the role and the Research Centre.

Applications should be submitted .

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

Note

This is a temporary position available immediately up until 31 December 2028 with the possibility of permanency. Angela Ryan

📌 Research Capability Manager | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency (Canberra)
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