Program Lifecycle Senior Coordinator

• Full-time, permanent position 
• Fulfilling leadership position
• Salary Level HEW 8 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

About RMIT

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.

About the College

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before. STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and gamechangers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.

About You
Reporting to Abhijith Mani (Associate Director, Program Lifecycle &Governance), you will be responsible for providing and coordinating program administration within the College. In this position you will be responsible for providing expert administrative support to the Executives and senior leadership regarding program and course reviews, development, renewal and amendment activity, making a key contribution to the effective delivery of programs and courses across all cohorts, locations and calendars, ensuring alignment with College objectives and plans.

You will work collaboratively with program managers within the Schools and with key internal and external stakeholders to coordinate the development and implementation of programs (courses) and courses (subjects/units) in accordance with regulations, University policies and College procedures, and to ensure that relevant information is up to date and accurate. You will contribute to cultural and work practice changes required to support the College’s strategic directions and will support high quality student service.

To be successful in this position, you’ll have, but not limited to:

• Proven knowledge and demonstrated experience in the coordination and delivery of administration services in the tertiary education sector.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating program (course) and course (subject/units) administration activities (desirable), including planning, scheduling and supervising support to meet required standards and set timeline.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, flexibly and collaboratively with colleagues within and beyond the immediate work unit, leading and contributing to the achievement of team goals.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and proven ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and systems consistently, provide advice, contribute to new approaches and to drive creative solutions through to implementation within the immediate work area.

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 for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply now’ link. For further information about this position, please see Position Description below or contact Abhijith Mani via email abhijith.mani@rmit.edu.au

 STEM College - Program Lifecycle Senior Coordinator.pdf

*** Applications close Sunday, 13th December at 11.55pm and virtual interviews will be held week commencing?14th and 21st December

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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/

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