About AEMG

AEMG Education is a global education company founded in Australia, specialising in international education and talent development. We foster cultural diversity, educational partnerships and research collaborations between universities in China and other countries. AEMG has established partnerships with over 70 educational institutions across China, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Europe and the USA.

AEMG’s Academic Division

The Academic Division oversees and delivers AEMG’s academic programs, managing educational initiatives in collaboration with partner universities. These include:

• Teaching visit programs delivered by partners

• English language courses embedded in degree programs in China

• The DEP English language test

• Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral Qualifying Programs

• Academic subjects taught on behalf of global university partners, as well as International Credit Courses delivered at Chinese universities.

About the Position

We are seeking a Head of ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students) to join our Academic division. Reporting to the Vice-President, Academic, the Head Of ELICOS plays a pivotal role in providing leadership and strategic direction for the ELICOS curriculum development and delivery across all branches. You will also be responsible for aligning curriculum strategies with organisational goals and partner university requirements while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program excellence and global standards compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Management:

• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of ELICOS curriculum frameworks and teaching methodologies.

• Ensure curriculum alignment with academic standards, accreditation requirements, and learning outcomes.

• Lead innovation in teaching practices and integration of educational technologies.

• Collaborate with discipline lecturers and coordinators to align ELICOS and ACW (Academic Content Workshops) course content.

Faculty Coordination:

• Supervise the recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of EAP Master Teachers and faculty members.

• Foster a collaborative culture among coordinators and educators to enhance teaching quality.

• Facilitate training sessions to ensure branches are equipped with the latest educational practices.

Student Support:

• Oversee the design and implementation of student support programs across branches, focusing on academic success and well-being.

• Provide guidance for resolving complex academic and program-related issues.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Implement quality assurance mechanisms to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of AEAP course   programs, ensuring continuous improvement and adherence to learning outcomes.

• Observe teaching in branches and liaise with all Branch Deputy Head and Course leaders, conduct periodic program reviews and assessments to ensure adherence to accreditation standards and best practices.

• Prepare and analyse academic data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and propose strategies for enhancement.

• Other responsibilities in line with the level of the role may be assigned by the Executive Director (Academic Operation) and/or Dean (College of Academic Language)

Operational and Team Coordination:

• Lead and manage a team of EAP Master Teachers, providing mentorship and performance feedback.

• Monitor and support course leaders in the delivery of curriculum at individual branches.

• Ensure effective communication and coordination between branches and the central academic team.

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD in Education, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years’ teaching experience in higher education.

• Demonstrated leadership in EAP curriculum development and innovation.

• Strong communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.

• Familiarity with both Chinese and global education systems is highly desirable.

• Fluent in both Mandarin and English.

• Flexibility to travel to China for program oversight.

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AEMG reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is identified before the application deadline.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.