Manager, 1st Year Experience and Peer Programs
Location: Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 2 Days Ago
Time Left to Apply: End Date: October 28, 2024 (14 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: R000016537
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Salary Package: From $119,056 per annum (HEW 8), plus 17% employer's superannuation.
Appointment Type: Full-time, Continuing
Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, Dharug land, North Ryde
The Manager, First Year Experience and Peer Programs is a pivotal, hands-on role within Macquarie University's Dean of Students portfolio. In this position, you’ll lead from the front, working closely with students to deliver impactful first year experience, student group and transition programs that make a real difference. You’ll manage key student transition initiatives and peer engagement programs, including Macquarie Kickstart and O-Week, fostering a supportive, inclusive campus environment.
This role requires a passion for leadership, as you’ll directly oversee the implementation of peer mentorship and engagement programs, working with over 100 student groups to enhance the student experience. Your day-to-day work will involve actively engaging with students, providing guidance, and creating an environment where they feel connected and supported.
In addition to working directly with students, you’ll collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders, ensuring programs meet compliance standards under the Higher Education Support Act (HESA) and TEQSA requirements.
About Us
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the staff benefits on offer.
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic (DVC-A) is the chief academic officer of the University and is the member of the University Executive with overall responsibility for the planning, quality and delivery of education provided to Macquarie's undergraduate and graduate students.
Within the DVC(A), the Dean of Students has overall responsibility for student support services and student experience including Student Engagement, Equity, Diversity and Belonging, Complaints and Misconduct and Student Wellbeing Services.
To Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that outlines how you meet to the selection criteria below:
Selection Criteria
- Relevant tertiary education qualification
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, particularly in a university or similar student-focused environment.
- Knowledge of the Australian higher education system
- Expert knowledge of student/customer engagement projects and programs, including commencement, orientation and student engagement.
- Extensive experience in leading and successfully implementing major events, projects and engagement initiatives
- Demonstrated experience building partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders
Specific Inquiries: Melinda Chadwick, Head, Student Engagement, Inclusion and Belonging at melinda.chadwick@mq.edu.au
General Inquiries: Bill Egarchos, HR Officer at bill.egarchos@mq.edu.au
Applications Close: Sunday, 27 October 2024, 11:59pm
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Applications Close: 27/10/2024 11:59 PM
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.
About Us
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community.
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