OFFICE/DIVISION: Western Pacific University’s Office of the Vice President, University Advancement.

POSITION TITLE: Director of ICT Innovation and Academic Technology

POSITION NUMBER: WPUICT001

JOB LOCATION: Ialibu, Western Pacific University

SALARY LEVEL: N14

ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to: Vice President University Advancement

Supervises: ICT Infrastructure Manager, Information Security Manager, the Information Administration and Communication Technology Manager, Students and Staff Support Services Manager, Cloud and Platform/s Manager and Data Management and Reporting Manager.

Coordinates with: Vice Presidents, Deans of Faculty, Directors, Bursar, Chief e-Librarian, Heads of Department.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Director of ICT Innovation and Academic Technology is an innovative, creative and dynamic leader charged with developing and implementing a strategic vision in all areas of technology for the University. Oversees best practices involving digital tools and integration of technology into daily practical classroom use and research. She/he needs to be a big picture thinker and a hands-on implementer, the Director of ICT Innovation and Academic Technology engages with administrators, educators and support personnel, parents and students to extend responsible and creative use of technology.
The Director of ICT Innovation and Academic Technology must be a strategic thinker with strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, and the enthusiasm and credibility to create and sustain instructional momentum in the appropriate use of technology in the WPU’s curriculum and instruction. The Director of ICT Innovation and Academic Technology oversees staff development opportunities to meet the diverse learning needs of staff as it relates to integrating technology into academic programming.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. The Director of ICT Innovation and Academic Technology is responsible for planning, implementing, directing and maintaining the WPU's use of educational and research technology within the instructional curriculum.
2. Evaluating and providing recommendations regarding complementing classroom instruction with software applications and computer technology.
3. Assisting administrators and lecturers, providing professional development for educational technology and overseeing the WPU’s Online Learning Plan.
4. Communicates with parents, students, employees, administrators and outside the University for the purpose of providing administrative support, enhancing program awareness and assisting with program implementation and conflict resolution.
5. Collaborates and coordinates the design, planning, support, professional development and implementation of technology use in teaching, learning, research and WPU curriculum for the purpose of improving student learning experience in all subject areas.
6. Develops and directs the development and interpretation of program policy and procedures for the purpose of establishing guidelines needed to effectively and efficiently meet WPU educational program goals while adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines.
7. Collaborates with the Director of Project and Infrastructure Development and the WPU Cabinet to develop, evaluate, and implement technology plans and assists in the creation and management of the Online Learning.
8. Manages personnel who are available to meet program, WPU needs and objectives.
9. Directs program assessments for the purpose of ensuring that technology standards for lecturers and students meet program goals and WPU academic guidelines.
10. Directs, analyses and evaluates a variety of program related data (e.g. student assessments, lecturers’ assessments, emerging technology trends, requested applications, systems and hardware, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of technology resources needed to meet student, and staff objectives while adhering to budget limitations.
11. Identifies, develops and reports program related technology assessment results for the purpose of directing student and lecturer’s growth toward technology integration, technology literacy and technology use.
12. Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and/or representing the University to external individuals and/or organizations.
13. Prepares a variety of materials (e.g. presentations, reports, memos, letters, procedures, manuals, assessments, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
14. Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or direction.
15. Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned.
16. Knowledge of privacy laws and digital literacy for staff and students.
17. Create online learning and all facets thereof; laws, programs, set-up, professional development, scope of instruction.
18. Knowledge of current instructional practices, principles and techniques of instructional technology.
19. Principles and techniques for project planning, scheduling and control, public sector business practices and emerging trends in instructional technology. Use of technology to support instruction in all Facilities curriculum content areas.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

a. Master’s Degree in Information Technology or other teaching qualification.
b. Evidence of relevant and challenging continuing professional development.
c. Knowledge and experience in ICT.
d. Experience in leading the vision, strategic planning and implementation of Educational Technology and Innovation initiatives.
e. Experience in highly effective relationship management with a variety of stakeholders.
f. Record of excellent personal success as a classroom lecturer and a passion for own academic subject.
g. Experience of developing and implementing digital projects in an educational environment.
h. Successful experience implementing various technologies in instructional and classroom settings.
i. Experience in providing professional development and/or recent mentoring and/or support experience.
j. Must be able to collaborate and cooperate with other departments.
k. A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Higher Education.
l. Have the ability and willingness to inspire others; leading by example, role modeling the WPU’s vision statement: Education for Life and Leadership.
m. Be flexible and capable of managing change and instilling high standards.
n. Be highly motivated, ambitious and collaborative and willing to take the initiative.
o. Have high levels of honesty and integrity in aspects of their role.
p. Demonstrate empathy, humility and genuine care about staff and students, taking time to support, guide and motivate them.
q. Be able to think strategically and drive improvements in student welfare and their wider learning experiences.
r. Be flexible and able to manage change.
s. Have excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
t. Demonstrate strategic leadership and the ability to lead and manage a team to deliver the digitalized WPU development plan effectively.

How to Apply

If then interested, all candidates must send their Expression of Interest, CV, and relevant documents to [email protected] / [email protected].

All corresponding emails must have in their subject “Position Description: [Position Title]” — e.g. “Position Description: Research Coordinating Officer.”

All application documents must be merged into one (1) PDF file before submission.

Attention to: Human Resources Director, P.O. Box 1791, Mt. Hagen, Western Highlands Province.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application via email.

Applications close: 23rd October 2026, 4:06 PM

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.