Victoria University is seeking a strategic and visionary Enterprise Architect to lead the development and implementation of enterprise-wide architecture frameworks that align with our technology strategy and business mission.

As a key leader within Digital and Campus Services, you will provide authoritative advice to senior executives, oversee the Architecture Review Board, and ensure all initiatives align with the University's digital principles. You will also manage the Architecture Team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

About Us:

At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role:

This is a full time position at a HEP 10 classification ($137,624 per annum + 17% employer superannuation) working 36.75 hours per week over a continuing contract period. This position is located at our Footscray Park campus.

In this role, you will:

• Drive enterprise-wide architecture strategies, frameworks, and reporting mechanisms.
• Provide expert advice to executive management and influence strategic decisions.
• Lead governance processes, roadmaps, and business cases for digital transformation.
• Oversee financial, budgetary, and resource allocations for enterprise architecture initiatives.
• Build and develop a high-performing architecture team to support University objectives.
• Engage with technology vendors, consultants, and external industry experts.

About You:

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Proven experience in enterprise architecture, strategic planning, and digital transformation.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities.
• Expertise in governance frameworks, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Qualifications or certifications in TOGAF, EA3, Zachman, or relevant frameworks (desirable).
• Experience working in a tertiary education institution or similarly complex environment (desirable).

What We Offer:

For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging please visit https://www.vu.edu.au/staff/benefits-services-for-staff

How to Apply:

To view a copy of the position description, please visit our careers website. Your application must include:

• A cover letter;
• Your curriculum vitae/resume; and
• Your responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description

Applications close on 11:59pm Thursday 29 May 2025

Who do you contract?

For further information relating to the position, please contact Tania Caligiore, Director Business Partnering and Governance, via email [email protected]

Our Commitment to Protecting Country:

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at VU

The University encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field. The University believes that diversity of the workforce adds value to the University and creates a stronger, richer working environment for everyone. The University is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with particular access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to contact the designated person in this advert to discuss their needs.