Academic Director, Public Policy Institute

Employment Type: Full time continuing

Remuneration: Competitive salary package

Location: UNSW Canberra City campus

The Academic Director will be responsible for the academic vision and education strategy of the Institute. You will develop and oversee an education portfolio that bridges the divide between academic excellence and real-world application, equipping public policy professionals to respond to contemporary policy demands.

Who You Are: You are a respected academic with deep expertise in public policy or a closely related field. With a strong background in curriculum design, educational innovation, and academic leadership—particularly in professional or executive education—you bring a passion for creating impactful learning experiences. You have a proven ability to engage with practitioners and translate complex theoretical concepts into practical, real-world applications. As a collaborative and strategic leader, you are committed to lifelong learning and dedicated to advancing workforce development in the public sector.

To apply or express confidential interest in this role:

Please note that UNSW have engaged an external search agency KornFerry as our trusted recruitment partner with this particular appointment, UNSW is therefore not able to formally accept direct applications.

If you have specific interest in a confidential conversation or discussion about this role, or would like further information we would strongly encourage you to contact KornFerry directly at unswpublicpolicy@kornferry.com no later than midday on Tuesday 10^th June 2025.