In-Demand Department head Jobs in Canberra, Act

Senior Educator | Full-time Permanent
Canberra Institute of Technology —Canberra ACT
- $127,651 - $130,841 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
- Employee assistance program
14d
Retail Assistant - Canberra Centre
Sephora —Canberra ACT
- $35.10 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- Parental leave
- Employee discount
12d
Head of Facilities Management
Cushman & Wakefield —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
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Strategic Account Manager
Pitney Bowes Australia —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Management
- Sales
- Bachelor's degree
Quick Apply
5d
Postdoctoral Fellow
Australian National University —Canberra ACT
- $91,546 - $114,906 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
6d
Strategic Account Manager
Pitney Bowes —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Management
- Sales
- Bachelor's degree
5d
Business Manager, ARH Canberra - ARH Canberra
Animal Referral Hospital —Pialligo ACT
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Quick Apply
7d
Assistant Director, Wellbeing
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet —Canberra ACT
- $130,638 - $148,889 a year
- Part-time
- Remote
- Case management
- Negotiation
13d
Education Advisor, Disability | Full-time Permanent
Canberra Institute of Technology —Canberra ACT
- $107,501 - $123,449 a year
- Full-time
- Education
- Communication skills
14d
Food and Beverage Manager
Next Gen Health & Lifestyle Clubs —Lyneham ACT
- Customer service
- First Aid Certification
- Food service
2d
Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Unaccredited Registrar | Full-time Temporary
Canberra Health Services —Canberra ACT
- $125,473 - $155,223 a year
- Temporary
9d
Senior Officer, Governance - Defence and Veterans’ Service Commission
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet —Canberra ACT
- $101,657 - $114,239 a year
- Part-time
- Remote
- Negotiation
Plastic Surgery Senior Registrar | Full-time Temporary
Canberra Health Services —Canberra ACT
- $173,760 a year
- Temporary
- Research
9d
Defence and Veterans' Service Commission Deputy Commissioner
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
- Remote
- Leadership
- Negotiation
8d
Senior Lawyer, Legal Policy Branch
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet —Canberra ACT
- $130,638 - $148,889 a year
- Part-time
- Remote
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
Assistant Secretary and G20 Sous Sherpa, Multilateral Economic Engagement Division
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
- Management
- Leadership
- Communication skills
8d
Casual Educator – Individual Support: Aged care, disability, support at home | Casual
Canberra Institute of Technology —Canberra ACT
- Education
- Teaching
14d
Medical Oncology Registrar | Full-time Temporary
Canberra Health Services —Canberra ACT
- $125,473 - $155,223 a year
- Temporary
- Patient care
- Hospital experience
7d

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Senior Educator | Full-time Permanent

Canberra Institute of Technology -
Canberra ACT

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
$127,651 - $130,841 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Management
Certificate IV
Working with Vulnerable People Registration
Education
Bachelor's degree
Driver Licence
Diploma
Leadership

Full Job Description

Closes: 08 July 2026

Classification: CIT Educator Level 2
Salary: $127,651 - $130,841 plus superannuation
Position No: 35384
Directorate: Canberra Institute of Technology
Advertised (Gazettal date): 24 June 2026
Contact Officer: Sarah Grieves on [email protected] or (02) 6207 3345

Details: The Children's Education and Care department is seeking an exceptional, motivated individual to fill the position of a full time Educator Level 2 in the department. The individual will have extensive experience and knowledge of contemporary VET training and assessment strategies and compliance requirements to support improvements at CIT. This individual will support the continual improvement process for the department.

The successful applicant will have the ability to provide leadership and guidance to support teachers and the department in relation to teaching and learning practices. An ability to work collaboratively, to engage with employers and key professional stakeholders and students as part of ensuring a quality learning experience, as well as a thorough knowledge of the national trends and "best practice" developments in the VET sector is required for this role. Maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders within CIT is also required.

Working at CIT: With an impressive 80-year history, Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is an exciting place to work. As the largest VET provider in Canberra, we are here committed to recruiting, developing and retaining the best possible people at all levels. The benefits of working at CIT include:

Access to facilities to support your health and wellbeing, including CIT Fit &Well Fitness Centre at Bruce campus, as well as a strong Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible work options
Free parking

Eligibility/Other requirements:

Mandatory Qualifications

Refer to the ACTPS CIT Educators Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026, sub-Clause M10.8.

Clause M10.8 states that all employees at Educator Level 1.3 (TL1.7) 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).

Must be eligible to obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Registration card. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registrations refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra.

Industry Experience

In accordance with sub-Clause M10.10 of the ACTPS CIT Educators EA 2023 - 2026.

All employees at Educator Level 1 or Level 2 are required to have relevant industry experience and vocational qualifications equal to that being taught, or as specified in the applicable training package or accredited curriculum specifications.

Desirable

Proven successful engagement with industry areas relevant to Early Childhood Education and Care or Education Support
Leadership / Management experience
Bachelor of Education, Management or relevant higher-level qualification.
Hold a current driver’s license

Note: An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Applicants are asked to submit a written application of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria, as well as a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees.

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.

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.

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department head jobs in canberra, act

Senior Educator | Full-time Permanent

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Strategic Account Manager

Postdoctoral Fellow

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Senior Lawyer, Legal Policy Branch

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Casual Educator – Individual Support: Aged care, disability, support at home | Casual

Medical Oncology Registrar | Full-time Temporary

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