Officer, HDR Admissions and Scholarships

• ​​Full-time​, ​Continuing position​  

• Salary Level HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements 

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

About You 
The Officer,  HDR Admissions & Scholarships will work as part of the HDR Administration team particularly focussed on  admissions  and  scholarships.  The  incumbent  is  responsible  for  the  administration  of  selection  and  admission  processes  for  higher  degree  by  research  (HDR)  applicants  and  the  management  and  administration  of  the  HDR  scholarship and grant schemes administered by the School of Graduate Research.  This position is a key point of contact for students and staff regarding  these processes. The incumbent will be a source of knowledge on HDR selection, admission and scholarship policy, procedures and processes for staff and students, will support new initiatives aimed at improving the student experience, and will also be required to contribute to policy, procedural development and implementation. 

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

• Extensive relevant administrative experience in a complex environment, including problem solving capacity and the ability to prioritise effectively while completing tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Demonstrated ability to identify needs, prepare guidelines and provide advice consistent with government and university policy; and to plan, develop, implement and improve processes to support such policy. 

• Well-developed oral and  written  communication  skills  and  an  ability  to  work  effectively  with  people  at  all levels of the organization. 

• Ability to interpret policy and procedures and convey these to different audiences. 

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment. 

• Knowledge and experience of issues associated with research in a University environment preferably those specific to Higher Degree by Research students. 

• Proficiency with computers and various software packages, including Microsoft Access, Excel and Word, electronic mail and internet. 

• Demonstrated history of behaviour aligned to the RMIT values and professional capability framework. 

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

About the ​Portfolio​ 

RMIT’s  Research  and  Innovation  Portfolio  supports  researchers  to  help  shape  the  world.    The  portfolio  has  an  engaged,  energetic,  talented  and  collaborative  team  focused  on  enabling  excellent  research  and  innovation  outcomes.   With  a  global  presence,  community  and  industry  connections,  we  support  cutting-edge  research  and  careers that make a positive impact on communities. The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships, grants and research contracts, funding opportunities, capability development, research training, ethics and integrity, intellectual property, commercialisation, internships, communication and profile. Find  out  more  about  research  and  innovation  at  RMIT  University  and  the  Research  and  Innovation  Portfolio  at:   

http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/  

School of Graduate Research 

Part of the Research and Innovation Portfolio, the School of Graduate Research (SGR) supports graduates to drive innovation  and  contribute  to  excellent  research  outcomes. Managing  the  candidature  lifecycle  from  admission  to  examination,  SGR  provides  services  for  scholarships,  candidature,  quality  assurance,  and  a  suite  of  career  and  professional development programs to enrich the experience of our research candidates and our Higher Degree by Research (HDR) supervisors. SGR facilitates collaboration with industry and international partners allowing candidates to gain valuable experience and skills by helping the private and public sector solve today’s problems and capture opportunities 

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 Emily Cavanagh via email emily.cavanagh@rmit.edu.au.  

Position Description:

• Officer, HDR Admissions and Scholarships

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Applications Close:
10 Mar 2024 11.59 pm

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