Governance Lead, Artificial Intelligence

• Full-time, Ongoing position at a HEW Level 8
• Parramatta campus with flexible working arrangements
• Salary: $118,969 – $132,069 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Lead enterprise AI governance to enable safe, compliant and responsible adoption across education, research and operations.

 

The Opportunity
At Western Sydney University, we are creating a new era for AI enablement across education, research and operations. Through this role you will join a landmark opportunity to share the future of our AI capabilities that will underpin future success and our transition to an AI-powered world, withing a people-first mindset. You will lead the design and implementation of an enterprise-wide AI governance model that enables safe, effective and responsible use of artificial intelligence. Working within the Data Office, you will establish governance frameworks, policies, standards and controls that guide AI adoption across curriculum, research and operations.

You will act as the central point of contact for AI governance matters, providing expert advice on risk, compliance, regulatory obligations and responsible AI practices. You will engage broadly with stakeholders across cyber security, privacy, legal, risk, IT and academic portfolios to embed governance into AI lifecycle management and decision-making processes.

You will also lead risk and assurance activities associated with AI, ensuring that emerging risks such as bias, privacy, cyber security and transparency are effectively managed. In collaboration with technical and delivery teams, you will ensure governance requirements are integrated into the design, development, deployment and monitoring of AI solutions, supporting scalable and compliant adoption.

What Success Looks Like:

• AI governance frameworks, policies and controls are established and adopted across the University.
• AI risks are proactively identified, assessed and mitigated in line with regulatory and institutional requirements.
• Governance is embedded into AI lifecycle processes, ensuring compliance and effective oversight.
• Stakeholders receive clear, accurate advice that supports responsible AI adoption.
• Audit, regulatory and policy obligations are consistently met and demonstrated.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

 

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in law, governance, IT, data, cyber security, risk or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in governance, risk and compliance within complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of AI governance frameworks, responsible AI principles and regulatory standards.
• Experience developing policies, frameworks and governance artefacts.
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement and advisory capability.

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Hiring Manager Omer Yezdani, Chief Data Officer via O.Yezdani@westernsydney.edu.au Please include the job reference code REF1579W
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Thursday 16th July 2026
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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