General Manager, Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI)

Job no: 575656
Work type: Full-time
Location: Flexible
Categories: Management

• Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed term for 5 years
• Competitive remuneration including 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university headquartered in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across our campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India, and our vibrant online environment. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

The General Manager, DUELI leads and manages the Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI), overseeing its brand, budget, and positioning within the University and international markets. The role ensures student recruitment targets are met and directs marketing and promotion of ELI pathway programs to support international enrolment goals. It maintains and develops pathways into Deakin University and Deakin College, ensuring high student satisfaction.

Reporting into the Pro Vice-Chancellor and Vice President (International), the General Manager provides academic and operational leadership to a multifunctional team, including workforce planning, recruitment, and professional development of teachers. The role drives business development in a competitive market and ensures compliance across ELI programs. The position conducts environmental scanning, engages with peak bodies and sector experts, and sets ELI’s strategic direction.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Degree, Post Graduate Qualifications TESOL qualifications and extensive relevant experience in English Language Training programs.
• Extensive experience in leadership and management of English Language Training (ELT) programs in a university ELICOS setting.
• Extensive experience in developing, teaching and evaluating English for Academic Purposes, English for Specific Purposes and General English courses.
• Demonstrated awareness of the pathway options and issues related to international students undertaking direct entry English language pathway programs.
• Experience in International context marketing and business development.
• Experience managing revenue and expenditure budgets.

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact John Molony, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Vice President (International) on john.molony@deakin.edu.au

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Monday 18th August.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.