Work Integrated Learning Officer

• Provide administrative WIL support to the School of Science
• Assist in managing relationships with WIL partners, both in Australia and overseas
• Fixed Term contract until December 2020

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. 

When you join our team, you'll be able to access a range of benefits. From travel to fitness, there's something for everyone. 

About the role and college / portfolio: 

The School of Science provides over 45 bachelor and postgraduate programs, and undertakes world class research across the disciplines of Biosciences and Food Technology, Chemistry and Environmental Science, Physics, Mathematical Sciences, Geospatial Sciences and Computer Science (Information Technology and Software Engineering).

The Work Integrated Learning Officer will provide administrative support to the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) aspects of programs within the School, as directed by the Manager, Academic & Student Operations. This role will see you provide a high level of administrative support in line with RMIT policies and procedures, as well as use the WIL database to ensure that the data is accurate and up-to-date.

About you: 

• Experience in working accurately with detailed information and providing high-level administrative support within a university or similar large and complex organization.
• Expertise in the provision of customer service including sound knowledge and consistent application of policy and procedures.
• Demonstrated organisational skills, including a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• High level interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships with a range of partners.
• Excellent writing and communication skills. 

Qualifications: 

• Degree qualification in a relevant Science discipline and/or proven experience in tertiary sector and/or business environment

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’re proud to share with you some of our wins: 

• RMIT University is an Athena SWAN member with Bronze Award accreditation and the College of Science, Engineering and Health is central to driving improvements in gender equality, diversity and inclusion, particularly in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM) disciplines. 
• RMIT was placed?10th in the 2019 Randstad Employer Brand Research Awards, up five spots from 2018. 
• We were named as an?Employer of Choice for Gender Equality?by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency in 2019.? 
• We achieved?Gold Employer status for LGBTIQ?inclusion in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) in 2018 and now in 2019. 
• We were recognised as a?top five employer in 2018 for workplace accessibility?with the Australian Network on Disability. 
• The launch of our second?Reconciliation Plan, Dhumbah Goorowa– a “commitment to share” - an important step in our reconciliation journey.? 

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role. To view a position description, please see below. 

 PD - Work Integrated Learning Officer.pdf

Applications close Wednesday 19th February. 

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.

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