Work Integrated Learning Coordinator
Job no: 556368
Work type: Full-time
Location: Geelong - Waurn Ponds, Melbourne - Burwood
Categories: Administration
- Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds Campus or Melbourne, Burwood Campus
- Full-time and Continuing
- HEW 6 $92,573 - $99,972 + 17% Superannuation (from 1 July 2024)
Why work with us?
At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.
About the role
The Work Integrated Learning Coordinator will be responsible for the effective administration of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) practices and processes for student and host organisations, international and industry partners. The Coordinator will support functions including non-clinical student placements/internships, employer engagement and support for student engagement activities and project work to support team operations.
As a Work Integrated Learning Coordinator, you will:
- Implement programs and initiatives designed to increase participation in work integrated learning and provide opportunities for students to gain valuable learning experiences
- Maintain productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders to ensure student internship opportunities are developed, students can be placed, managed and supported
- Provide ethical advice to students and stakeholders on work integrated learning that address underlying issues and promote value-adding insights and recommendations
- Develop and implement practical, accessible solutions to work integrated learning issues based on student and stakeholder needs
- Communicate with confidence using examples and the most appropriate influencing technique for a given situation to increase understanding and support
- Utilise digital tools to review student applications, manage internship records and verify student eligibility, following Deakin’s privacy and information management policies.
To be successful, you’ll have:
- A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
- Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
- An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
- Experience working collaboratively and effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders and/or clients from business, government or community sectors and students
- Experience working within an organisation with complex administrative structures, policies and procedures, preferably within the higher education sector
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Sophia StJames, Manager, Work Integrated Learning, on sophia.stjames@deakin.edu.au
For a copy of the position description, please see below:
Applications for this position close on Sunday, 23 June 2024.
Who are we?
Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionizing education with 61,000 students across five campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.
Are You Ready?
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
Advertised: 06 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 23 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
