Senior Advisor, Knowledge Management

• HEW Level 8 + 17% superannuation
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus
• Full time Continuing/Permanent role

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 RMITs 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 role:

The College of Business and Law is one of the largest business schools in the Asia Pacific region and delivers industry-engaged education and applied research that spark ambition and new perspectives. Attracting over 31,000 students, programs are delivered in Melbourne, Vietnam, and via significant teaching partnerships in Singapore, China and Indonesia. Through RMIT Online the College offers a range of Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs.

The Senior Advisor, Knowledge Management will implement and support effective knowledge management. This is a highly visible role joining a recently established team to deliver key transformation projects across the college. Your role in the team will be creating, maintaining then improving policy and frameworks around knowledge systems.

About you

To be successful for this opportunity you will have:

• Experience in knowledge management strategy and the provision of advice and recommendations on the collation, storage and development of knowledge across an organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and developing knowledge management frameworks, systems, tools, artefacts, protocols and processes to ensure the effective management of information, preferably in the tertiary education environment.
• Evidence of professional writing and editing skills, including writing for multiple audiences in print and digital environments and in a variety of formats.
• High level interpersonal skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships with staff at various organisational levels and influence internal and external clients.
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work involving various stakeholders to complete tasks with tight timelines using project management skills. High level computer skills with experience using Microsoft Office software, databases and project management software.
• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage complex tasks within a changing environment with the flexibility to adapt to new system

 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 recognized by a broad spectrum of external organizations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. 

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.

To view the position description please click the link below.

Senior Advisor, Knowledge Management - HEW 8 - PD.pdf

Applications close Tuesday, 5th January 2021

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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