Call for Abstracts are now open for the 2024 AVETRA conference being held on the 3 & 4th October at the Aerial UTC Function Centre, University of Technology, Broadway in Sydney.

This years theme: Impetus and Impact: Research that Challenges and Shapes VET Policy and Practice.

Abstract submissions close on 24th June 2024.

The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) today announced the appointment of its new Managing Director, Mr John King.

The Chair of the NCVER Board, Dr Ruth Shean AO, stated, 'The Board is delighted to announce that from July 2024 Mr John King will become the next Managing Director of NCVER.'

'John brings extensive experience and a deep understanding of the VET sector through his senior roles in both the Victorian and South Australian governments. John also has an extensive background in data analytics and research including through his recent role as Chief Data Officer at Seer Data and Analytics for the last 12 months.

The Board considers John’s experience and knowledge in policy and data as key attributes to leading the company in support of the new National Skills Agreement, with its focus on enhancing VET data and evidence.

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