Program Coordinator - Curtin enAble Institute

Looking for an exciting opportunity to support our researchers in partnership with communities and industry to enAble people to live happier and healthier lives? Look no further than the Program Coordinator position at the Curtin enAble Institute!

As Program Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Institute Director and Leadership team to successfully deliver the annual program of activities.
Key responsibilities will include the administration and coordination of day-to-day operations, managing grants and contracts, providing support and coordination for stakeholder engagement activities, providing support for Institute Committees and meetings, coordinating conferences, seminars and other public events, and supporting internal and external communications and reporting.
The ideal candidate should have a proven track record providing high level administrative support and program coordination.  You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.  You will also have exceptional organisation and time management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.  Project management skills would be an added advantage.
This role will be based at our Curtin Bentley Campus where you will have the opportunity to grow your network and skills, in an agile and fastmoving organisation.

Apply today to join this dynamic team and make a difference at Curtin University!
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Bronwyn Myers Director Curtin enAble Institute via [email protected]
About us
 
Curtin enAble Institute 
Our goal is simple: We want to make life happier and healthier for our communities.
We work with people, communities and care systems to conduct research that matters. Our research spans across four distinct areas: Mental health; Disability and inclusion; Dementia and ageing; and the National Drug Research Institute.
We want to enAble you and your families to live well.
Or more information about the Curtin enAble Institute, our people and our research please visit https://research.curtin.edu.au/enable/
 
Curtin University
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.
We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au
Join us!
Please provide a cover letter, your CV and separate document addressing the selection criteria (noted below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
Selection Criteria

• Completion of a relevant degree with subsequent relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to coordinate and implement program activities.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal and oral communication skills with the ability to consult and liaise effectively with a diverse range of people and with cross cultural sensitivity.
• Demonstrated high level written communication skills with the ability to construct clear and concise reports and other relevant documentation.
• Proven ability to work well in a team, including respecting difference, leading and supporting others, accepting direction, and working to group goals.

• Sound research, conceptual and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems and social media platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

• Experience working in a large tertiary education environment.
• Project management experience

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Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.

You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.

If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.