Curtin Colombo, Pro Vice-Chancellor & President

REF: 7835

Curtin is an innovative global University, recognised for its strong connections with industry, high-impact research, and commitment to preparing students for jobs of the future. One of the world’s top 200 universities and 50 under 50, Curtin is a community minded institution and a committed global player. The University prides itself on its inclusive and dynamic culture, and for preparing students to become broad-based, socially engaged, creative and entrepreneurial leaders. Building on Curtin University’s 20-year tertiary education partnership with the Sri Lankan government, the University’s seventh global campus in Colombo was officially launched in December 2024. This milestone further cements Curtin’s status as one of the world’s most internationally connected universities; together with campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai and Mauritius, Curtin is advancing its strategic priority in building a stronger Global Campus Network across the Indian Ocean Rim.

Curtin is now seeking to appoint its Pro Vice-Chancellor and President for its Campus in Colombo. Curtin Colombo education offerings are internationally recognised for quality and future career preparation. The university has been successful in building strong partnerships with the Sri Lankan government, industry and the community to help inform the University’s teaching and research. This enables Curtin Colombo to ensure that courses, co-curricular activities that support student learning outside the classroom and research programmes build capacity and address topics that are relevant to Sri Lanka and the region.

The next Pro Vice-Chancellor and President will be an inspiring, entrepreneurial, and culturally fluent experienced leaders. As member of Curtin’s Senior Team, the PVC will have the ability to provide critical leadership in advancing Curtin’s ambition as global university and bring experience in growing education and research activities in Sri Lanka. A passion for excellence in education, student life and research is a prerequisite.

How to apply

Curtin University will be supported in its global search for this appointment by the executive search firm Perrett Laver. If you wish to discuss this role further in confidence, please contact Perrett Laver via email at Curtin.Colombo.PVC@perrettlaver.com. For more information and to submit your application please quote reference 7835.

The deadline for applications is 15 September 2025 SGT.