Senior Officer, Student Engagement

Apply now Job no:554921
Work type:Full-time
Location:Melbourne - Burwood
Categories:Administration, Student Services

• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus
• Continuing and Full-time
• HEW 6 $89,012 - $96,126 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role:

The Senior Officer, Student Engagement supports the design, planning and implementation of strategies and programs which contribute to improved transition, retention, support, progression and success of students within the Faculty of Business and Law. This includes Orientation/Induction, Enrolment/Course Info sessions, Student Peer Mentor Programs, Student Helping Student initiatives, social activities, competitions, conferences, and leadership programs.

As a Senior Officer, Student Engagement you will:

• Support the design, planning and implementation of programs and strategies which are aimed to increase student engagement and overall success.
• Provide support for students and host organisations to engage students in a range of competitions, conferences and professional activities.
• Provide administrative support for the Student Experience and Engagement Committee and liaise regularly with faculty endorsed Student Societies to support their activities.
• Participate in faculty-wide projects and any other duties relating to student support.
• Aim for excellence by building productive relationships and consulting regularly with a diverse range of stakeholders.

 To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• The capability to deliver presentations to student audiences in various formats, including online and face-to-face settings.
• Administrative experience working within a large organisation with formal administrative structures, policies and procedures, preferably in a tertiary educational institution.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Alison Cossey, Peer Support and Transition Coordinator on [email protected]

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Senior Officer, Student Engagement - 554921.pdf

Applications for this position close on Sunday, 19 May 2024

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionizing education with 61,000 students across five campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Advertised:30 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:19 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time