Administration Officer (International Education)

• Full-time, Continuing position

• HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

About the Role

In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the STEM College’s international education partnerships, including BITS RMIT Higher Education Academy in India, and other key partnerships in Hong Kong (SAR, China), Singapore, and Mainland China. Your responsibilities will include providing high-quality administrative services, building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders, contributing to the implementation of international education projects, and coordinating various international student experience events and activities. This role will also contribute to the implementation of international education projects, including activities to support the student experience from selection to completion. These education projects will aim to demonstrably improve the STEM international student experience (both onshore and offshore) and contribute to the College and University strategic directions.

About You

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:

• The ability to work collegiately with academic and professional staff, students, and external clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

• Demonstrated experience in the coordination of events, preferably related to student engagement and experience.

• Demonstrated sensitivity to, and awareness of, cultural diversity of international students and staff support.

• Sound knowledge and broad understanding of tertiary education sector with experience in supporting transnational education activities.

• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and meet deadlines in a demanding high-volume environment with excellent attention to details and commitment to quality assurance.

• High-level of proficiency in computer software packages, including the ability to produce professional presentation decks, and the ability to learn new technical skills.

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

About the College

STEM College

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 industries.

STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, 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.

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact and our students are truly work-ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College’s inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community of achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria’s first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.

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

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/stem-college

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Daniela Amato via email [email protected] 

Position Description - Administration Officer (International Education)

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Applications Close:
30 Apr 2024 11.59 pm

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