Manager (Student Mentoring and Engagement)
The University of Melbourne Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Dates
- Opening Date: 12-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 26-Sep-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Salary
- UOM 8 – $119,742 – $129,607 p.a. plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of staff to effectively deliver the University’s Academic Mentoring and Peer Mentoring program in the Faculty with responsibility for ensuring alignment to strategic program objectives and any locally designed aspects.
- Deliver effective local stakeholder enquiry management using the enterprise-wide platforms (OneCRM and ServiceNow) to support academic mentors, peer mentors and students including providing timely assistance, systems support, escalation and accurate referrals to appropriate services.
- Support program-wide communication campaigns and channels to provide clear, consistent messaging for all mentors and students.
- Lead on the design and establishment of a pilot early interventions program, designed to identify students at risk of academic failure and provide targeted support.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in leading, coaching, and developing staff to build a high-performing team, preferably in a student services context.
- A relevant postgraduate qualification or progress towards graduate qualifications and extensive experience in program delivery and management in a university setting or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated high level of organisational capability and analytical problem-solving skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective systems, procedures and processes and manage competing demands and deadlines without compromising quality.
- Demonstrated commitment to improving the student/client/customer experience with a particular focus on connection, belonging and/or wellbeing.
- A high level of enthusiasm, flexibility, self-motivation, and initiative, and demonstrated ability to work independently as well as cooperatively as part of a team.
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Subsidised health and wellbeing services
- Fitness and cultural clubs
- Myki discounts
- 25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
- Generous leave provisions
Notes
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Senior Lecturer, First Year Education Lead
RMIT University Melbourne, CBD campus, may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
Dates
- Opening Date: 29-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 12-Sep-2024
Location
- Melbourne, CBD campus, may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
Salary
- Salary Academic Level C ($134,469 - $155,057) plus 17% Superannuation
Responsibilities
- Lead and shape the first year experience for computing students.
- Establish a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Ensure students' success in foundational computing subjects.
- Lead curriculum development and mentoring of teaching staff.
- Create a vision for student engagement and academic excellence.
- Contribute to the teaching efforts of the School and may have responsibility for program management.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate large courses for first year programs.
- Ability to implement innovative approaches to student-centred learning and quality improvement.
- Capable of establishing and executing a clear vision for the first-year computing experience.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teaching staff.
- Demonstrated expertise in flipped learning and other innovative teaching practices.
- Experience in supporting students transitioning from high school to university.
- Deep understanding and empathy towards students’ needs and challenges.
- Ability to analyse student data to inform decisions and interventions.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Skilled in developing and implementing engaging curricula.
Benefits
- 17% Superannuation
- Flexible Working Arrangements
Notes
- Appointment is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and other checks as required.
- Maintaining a valid Working With Children Check is a condition of employment.
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 28-Jul-2024
Location
- Blacktown, Australia
Salary
- Total remuneration valued to $106,366 - $114,254 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $89,881 - $96,546 (pro rata) pa (HEW 6), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff. Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date.
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver an annual calendar of events, activities and initiatives to enhance student engagement.
- Get involved with the development and maintenance of marketing and publications for local and national Student Life programs.
- Work autonomously while being supported by a national team.
- Engage with and mentor student leaders and clubs and society executives, guiding them to achieve their objectives, and reporting and governance responsibilities.
Requirements
- Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) (ACT only).
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Study leave provisions.
- A variety of leave provisions.
- Salary packaging options.
- Generous annual leave loading of 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata.
Notes
- General enquiries can be sent to Jodie Beckmann, National Manager, Student Life at: jodie.beckmann@acu.edu.au.
- ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 30-SEP-2024
Location
- Brisbane, Australia
Salary
- Total remuneration valued to $106,366 - $114,254 (pro rata) pa, including salary component $89,881 - $96,546 (pro rata) pa (HEW 6), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff. Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date.
Responsibilities
- Contributing to the development of a national mentoring program for first year students
- Training and supporting mentors to deliver on campus student experience activities in Brisbane
- Providing advice to students on support and retention initiatives at ACU
- Working with academic and professional staff across ACU to collaborate in successful student outcomes.
Requirements
- Passionate about supporting first year students
- Background in supporting peer learning and student retention programs
- Ability to lead, coach and support a team of campus-based student mentors.
Benefits
- Flexible work
- Study leave
- A variety of leave provisions
- Salary packaging
- Generous benefits as an ACU staff member.
Notes
- This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) (ACT only).
- Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- For permanent/continuing roles, applicants must have permanent work rights.
Dates
- Opening Date: 26-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 15-Sep-2024
Responsibilities
- Oversee the delivery of in-school workshops led by University Ambassadors and liaise with secondary school staff to organise and disseminate workshop resources.
- Mentor and provide feedback to University Ambassadors, related to facilitation delivery for in-school, on-campus, and online sessions.
- Undertake and facilitate components of UNSW-run training to support student equity programs and your professional development in line with UNSW Graduate Attributes.
- Co-ordinate and provide administrative support with tasks such as enquiry management, and collation of program resources.
- Support the Students as Partners work area on student and staff equity projects as they arise including participating in focus groups, reading training materials and providing feedback from a student’s perspective.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a University Ambassador with Access, Equity and Inclusion.
- Experience and confidence in providing detailed feedback to peers.
- Sound understanding of the Gateway Admission Pathway and proficiency in communicating key messages around the Pathway and Programs to both staff and students. Admission to UNSW through the Gateway Admission Pathway is desirable.
- Proficiency in a range of computing skills including Microsoft Office suite, particularly word processing and database applications, and email.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with different stakeholders including future students, and staff from diverse social, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.
- Sound understanding and knowledge of UNSW including academic and extra-curricular activities, the student experience, and available student support services.
- Competent organisation and time management skills.
- Ideally hold a valid Driver’s Licence and the ability to drive to various locations across Sydney and NSW.
Benefits
- Not Available
Notes
- Please email all questions to ambassadors@unsw.edu.au. UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
Dates
- Opening Date: 24-Jun-2024
- Closing Date: 08-Sep-2024
Location
- Crawley, Perth
Salary
- Base salary range: Level B, $113,934 – $134,824; Level C, $139,000 - $159,893 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Undertake independent teaching and research in Aboriginal Health to the School of Medicine programs.
- Responsible for Indigenous student support.
- Contribute in other Aboriginal Studies areas.
- Contribute to other courses, programs, and administrative roles that the Centre has responsibility for.
Requirements
- PhD or an undergraduate in medicine or an academic field relevant to the discipline or Master’s degree or equivalent work experience in Aboriginal health at a senior level.
- Demonstrated high quality teaching in Aboriginal health and related areas at the undergraduate, and/or post-graduate levels.
- Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and the delivery of lectures or training programs both face to face or online and in marking assessments.
- Demonstrated ability in supporting and mentoring Aboriginal medical students.
- Experience working with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in education settings.
- Evidence of effective interaction and service contribution within an institution and/or in the wider community, including professional bodies, government departments and/or other external organisations.
Benefits
- Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Notes
- This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
- Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description.
- You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document.
Associate Lecturer (Teacher Education)
The University of Western Australia Crawley, Western Australia
Dates
- Opening Date: 23-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 22-Sep-2024
Location
- Crawley, Western Australia
Salary
- Base salary range: $80,520 – $108,362 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Contribute to excellence in teaching, learning design, and curriculum innovation in Teacher Education.
- Support student learning and undertake teaching and assessment in relevant units.
- Contribute to assessment and assessment practices.
- Mentor and supervise students on teaching placements.
- Offer advice and guidance to students to ensure success.
- Contribute to internal and external University and School activities, including teaching at the Albany campus.
Requirements
- A completed Master of Education degree, or higher and/or willingness to undertake study towards a doctorate in education.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative and engaging teaching.
- Demonstrated ability to organise teaching activities and support for student learning.
- Demonstrated ability to relate well to staff and students at all levels and evidence of a commitment to equity and diversity principles.
- Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to team, school and wider University activities such as team and school meetings, strategic planning and program development.
Benefits
- Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Notes
- Interviews are scheduled to take place in mid-October 2024.
- This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Violin
The University of Melbourne Southbank Campus, Melbourne
Dates
- Opening Date: 28-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 30-Sep-2024
Location
- Southbank Campus, Melbourne
Salary
- Senior Lecturer (Level C) - $146,050 - $168,403 p.a. OR Associate Professor (Level D) - $175,858 - $193,740 p.a. plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver individual lessons, performance classes, chamber music and other ensemble coaching, lectures, and tutorials in the strings area and performance program more generally, at all undergraduate, honours, and postgraduate coursework levels
- Coordinate strings subjects and other performance subjects, including appropriate ensembles, as assigned
- Mark performance assessment tasks, including recital and technical examinations, entrance auditions, and allied performance activities
- Advise and mentor students
- Recruit high-quality violin students to all levels of undergraduate and graduate strings study
- Contribute to curriculum development and delivery of innovative subject material in performance subjects, and Breadth subjects where appropriate
- Consult and collaborate with continuing and sessional staff to ensure high quality learning outcomes for strings students, and effectively manage casual staff members as required
- Build a sustained record of major contributions to performance-based research activities that generate new knowledge and/or understanding, in formats such as live concerts, recordings, conferences, and publications, in high-profile national and international venues, series, and forums
- Cultivate innovation in performance-based research activities, through an individual and collaborative research program that engages multiple repertoires and a variety of dimensions of artistic practice
- Contribute to collective leadership through collaborative teamwork and a readiness to develop and deliver ideas, proposals, plans, and projects
Requirements
- A postgraduate qualification in violin performance (doctorate preferred), or equivalent professional experience
- Evidence of the experience and expertise needed for teaching into all performance-based subjects within the undergraduate and postgraduate curricula
- Evidence of approaches to teaching and performance compatible with the academic programs and staff of the Conservatorium
- Demonstrated ability to work collegially as a member of the string and performance areas, and with other staff across the Conservatorium and more broadly across the Faculty and University
- Evidence of ability to develop a distinctive program of performance-based research, and deliver a variety of high-quality research outputs
- Evidence of creative and considered approaches to repertoire selection, concert curation, and public communication through artistic practice
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Subsidised health and wellbeing services
- Fitness and cultural clubs
- Myki discounts
- 25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
- Generous leave provisions
- Excellent scope for future academic development and leadership opportunities
- Job security in a continuing role
Notes
- Visa sponsorship is available for this position if an exceptional international candidate is selected.
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
Dates
- Opening Date: 10-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 24-Sep-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, 3010, Australia
Salary
- UOM 6 – $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Coordinate career mentoring programs, alumni panels, and employability events.
- Support existing programs that link alumni to students for career exploration and professional networks.
- Develop expertise in the management of the Chronus mentoring platform.
- Contribute to the development of initiatives in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders across various departments.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree and/or extensive relevant experience in career mentoring and employability initiatives.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Competency in using online platforms and managing CRM platforms.
- Experience in student programming within an employability context.
Benefits
- Generous leave provisions.
- Salary packaging options.
- Health and well-being services.
- Discounts on graduate courses.
Notes
- This role requires a Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.