Advisor - Engagement (Industry)

• Full-time, Fixed-Term position until the end of 2021
• HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the City campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About role/ you

The Advisor – Engagement (Industry) is responsible for developing and implementing an engagement plan focussed on promoting and building the awareness of the RMIT Career and Industry Experience services.

As the Advisor you will be primarily working with external Industry stakeholders, refining and implementing the teams’ communication strategy, ensuring alignment across RMIT’s communications teams, and coordinating the design, implementation and measurement of all the teams’ engagement communications campaigns.

To be successful in this role you will have, but not limited to:

• Experience in the develop of Communication and/or Marketing strategic plans.
• An understanding of how to collect, analyse, and interpret data and information to target campaigns and develop an understanding of audience motivations.
• Ability to plan and implement digital media campaigns designed to enhance awareness and engagement.
• Strong professional writing and editing skills, including writing for multiple audiences in various formats in both print and digital environments.

About the College/ Portfolio

The Students group shapes, designs and delivers key student services and experiences to prepare RMIT students for study, life and the global workforce. We work in partnership with students, academics, professional staff, industry and the community to deliver transformative student experiences that improve access, participation, retention and success for all RMIT students.

Our objectives are to:

• Shape, co-create and inform an inclusive, safe, industry-engaged and global student experience
• Deliver impactful, connected service, care and development opportunities at scale, and to
• Engage, empower and value each other so that together we can make a difference.

We welcome a diversity of perspectives and are inclusive in our approach to work. We are aligned in our passion for having a collective and positive impact on the student experience at RMIT.

The position supports employer engagement to identify and understand employer and industry needs and to source mentoring, employment and volunteering opportunities for RMIT students and recent graduates. As an Employer Services Advisor you will develop, promote and deliver strategically-aligned opportunities and industry / employer activities and events for students on campus and online.

About us

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways

Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT’s leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates.

Culture

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.

Qualifications

A tertiary qualification in Marketing, Professional Communications or another relevant discipline and/or relevant professional experience at a similar level.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.

We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins.

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability or this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link below. For any questions regarding this role please feel free to contact Kate Rintoul on kate.rintoul@rmit.edu.au.

 PD_Advisor, Engagement (Industry).pdf

Applications close on the 23rd of May at 11:55pm.

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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Please note that whilst we still accept applications from any persons interested in our roles, due to the impacts of COVID-19, we are currently prioritising applications from those with current working rights in Australia and who are not affected by travel restrictions. Please see the latest updates to Australia’s immigration and border arrangements during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/

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Trans and Gender Diverse applicants

Inclusion is at the durrung (or heart) of who we are. We aim to create an environment where staff and students who identify as trans and gender diverse feel supported to succeed and belong.

We recognise the challenges faced by the trans and gender diverse community when applying for a new role.

At RMIT, we aim to support you from the start. Our Talent Acquisition team are active members of the RMIT Ally network.

For enquires or support through the application, recruitment and onboarding process, applicants who identify as trans or gender diverse are invited to contact Mat Lewis at mat.lewis@rmit.edu.au