EOI RMIT Online - Academic & Industry Assessor, Casual Staff

RMIT Online - Academic & Industry Assessor, Casual Staff

About Us

RMIT Online was created by RMIT University to provide world-class digital learning experiences that prepare students for the digital future of work. We are a passionate and nimble team, dedicated to creating a 'community of lifelong learners, successfully navigating the world of work’.

Teaming up with industry thought leaders and experts, we strive to deliver the best in structured yet flexible education while utilising the latest digital tools and technologies. And -just as importantly - we have a lot of fun along the way!

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 how we 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 value working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.

 

About?The Role:

Professional Practice Credentials provide objective and independent proof of capabilities that have been developed through learning and experience and that have been demonstrated in practice.

Credentials include core employability capabilities (such as communication and teamwork) and professional expertise (for example data analytics and risk management). The credentialing process provides professionals with a credible, consistent and independent recognition of their current skills and knowledge.

Credentials are aligned to industry standards and the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for RMIT Online Assessors (both industry and academic).

Our Assessors are engaged by RMIT Online for credential assessment. As an Online Assessor,?you will be responsible for: 

• Assessment of the candidate’s evidence submissions, testimony and video interview, per the Professional Practice Credentials Procedure.
• Provision of specific and constructive feedback
• Submission of rubric including assessment feedback and results via the Assessment Portal – all tasks to be completed within 10 business days of allocation of assessment.

Academic Assessors may be called upon to conduct quality moderation. 

All assessment work can be carried out remotely from home and outside of business hours. 

About You

You’ll possess a wealth of knowledge, industry experience and skills in your field of expertise. You'll have the know-how to utilise this experience to maximise the student experience. Lastly, you’ll be proficient in using the latest digital tools and technologies to deliver course material entirely online and in an engaging manner.

 

Qualifications:

Academic Assessor: Must have a minimum qualification of a master’s degree (academic assessors must be at least one level higher than the level of the credentials they assess)

Industry Assessor: Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior role within a professional work environment. Must hold a minimum qualification of an undergraduate degree.

Essential Skills

• Skilled in using a variety of cloud based and online tools 
• Advanced digital literacy skills 
• Excellent attention to detail
• Exceptional communications skills 
• Ability to demonstrate the highest personal standards of ethics and confidentiality
• Must be available to attend moderation discussions remotely as required
• Must be available to attend induction and training sessions in Melbourne (4 per year)

Desirable (Academic Assessor) 

• Holds a PhD

Desirable (Academic and Industry Assessor)

• Recent Tertiary/VET delivery/assessment experience

Experience and understanding in the banking sector as well as an understanding of risk management, policy and procedures is desirable. Your strong understanding of education in both a professional and academic context as well as experience in high quality marking and assessment will be looked upon as favourable.

 

Bring Your Whole Self To Work

We are better because of 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.?? 

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To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter that outline your suitability for this role.? Applications Close Sunday 27th September 2020, 11.59pm 

If you have any inquiries about the role please email casualrecruitment@rmit.edu.au 

 

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