Head of Education

Are you a strategic education leader looking for a flexible part-time role with real impact?

Engagement Institute is seeking a seasoned and experienced Head of Education to lead the direction, quality and growth of our education portfolio. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone who brings strong commercial judgement, contemporary adult learning expertise and a passion for creating high-quality professional development that is relevant, market-led and fit for purpose.

Working closely with the CEO, Leadership Team, licensed trainers and external partners, you will shape the future of our learning products and education services, ensuring they align with our standards, competencies and Future Learners Model while supporting the broader strategic and commercial success of the organisation.

The opportunity

• 25 hours per week
• Remote role open to applicants in VIC, NSW or QLD
• A senior leadership role with genuine strategic influence
• The opportunity to shape professional development in a respected, purpose-driven organisation

About the role

Key responsibilities include:

• leading the Education function to deliver strategic goals and business outcomes
• driving the review, development and continuous improvement of education products and services
• ensuring education offerings align with organisational standards, competencies and the Future Learners Model
• leading trainer licencing and trainer recruitment in collaboration with the Training Services Manager
• building strong relationships with trainers, course developers, tertiary partners, IAP2 International and other strategic stakeholders
• overseeing education standards, policies, planning, reporting and budgets
• contributing to profitability and ensuring the portfolio balances purpose with commercial outcomes.

About you

You will bring:

• significant senior experience in education leadership
• strong knowledge of adult learning, training design and program development
• demonstrated strategic capability and a track record of delivering outcomes
• commercial acumen, including budgeting and project management experience
• excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• a collaborative, practical and solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications

You will ideally have:

• adult education experience and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent
• demonstrated understanding of adult teaching methodologies and standards across multiple delivery modes
• a university degree in an appropriate discipline
• the ability to travel as required.

The Engagement Institute is Australasia’s leading voice for the community and stakeholder engagement sector. We empower engagement professionals across Australia and New Zealand by providing the skills, connections, and advocacy to shape better futures.

Our vision: Meaningful engagement, shaping better futures.
Our values: Curious. Collaborative. Remarkable.

We care deeply about being inclusive and providing a workplace where everyone is respected and valued for who they are and their unique contribution.  We are committed to ensuring equity, inclusion and diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.  Know that no matter your role with us you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference.  We want our employees to bring their whole self to work.

Become part of a team that values collaboration, a positive attitude, and being remarkable in everything we do.

Gain access to our employee wellbeing program including;

• Annual wellbeing allowance to put toward your personal wellbeing
• A dedicated Birthday leave day each year
• Employee Assistance Program

What you will need

• a quiet, dedicated and safe home office
• reliable internet connection
• a great can-do attitude

Further information

Please direct any questions to sharon@engagementinstitute.org.au with the subject header: Head of Education.  A position description is available upon request.