Dieni Powell

Vice Warden

Ms Dieni Powell BA (Adel), MTeach (Melb) serves as Vice-Warden of St Paul’s College. In this role, she deputises for the Warden and has particular responsibility for the leadership, oversight and pastoral care of the residential life of the College. She works closely with the Dean of Undergraduates, Dean of Graduates, Academic Dean, Chaplain and Senior Tutor to support a respectful, safe and flourishing academic community. As a new member of the community, she is an active and approachable presence in College life and is deeply engaged in the daily rhythms of the community.

Dieni brings extensive senior leadership experience across residential colleges, secondary education, board membership and senior governance roles. Prior to her appointment at St Paul’s, she served as Dean and Deputy Principal at St Mary’s College, The University of Melbourne, where she supported whole-of-community initiatives spanning student wellbeing, academic support and the strengthening of collegiate culture. Her work is grounded in values-led, relational leadership, with a strong emphasis on belonging and responsibility. In her approach to residential life, she is particularly attentive to supporting students as their character and professional capability, along with a sense of purpose and direction, are shaped in community.

Dieni holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Adelaide and a Master of Teaching from the University of Melbourne, and is currently completing further executive leadership studies. She lives in College with her husband, Damian, and is readily available to students seeking support, guidance or conversation as they navigate life at St Paul’s.