Administration Officer, Nexus Program

• Part-time 0.4FTE, Fixed-term until 31st December 2025
• Can be based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) or Victorian regional campuses
• Competitive Salary including 17% Superannuation

About the position

The School of Education at La Trobe University is an industry leader, driving positive changes in education both in Australia and internationally. It fosters an outstanding profession for all, emphasising exceptional quality.

In the capacity of Administration Officer, the position requires operational assistance in the award-winning Nexus program, a part of the High Achieving Teachers Program (HAT) that offers an innovative employment-based teaching pathway. Nexus fosters a collaborative community of practice, bringing together the University, schools, and the wider community to nurture profession-ready teachers. The program emphasises mentoring, including school, university, and peer-based mentoring, acknowledging the transformative impact of mentorship on aspiring and in-service teachers alike.

The position will provide general administrative services supporting the operations of the Nexus Program. The primary responsibility of this position is to coordinate the practical placement of Nexus students. The position will also provide quality customer service through high level administrative support and advice to assist in the effective and efficient administration of the Nexus Program. In collaboration with the Coordinator and Senior Manager Partnerships, the incumbent will work as part of a team to assist in ensuring that program objectives are met, and that University policies and procedures are followed.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Proven exceptional customer service skills with a demonstrated ability to work with both internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for the organisation. 
• Demonstrated ability to contribute positively and work effectively as part of a team, while also being capable of working autonomously, with limited supervision. 
• Ability to show initiative and take responsibility for outcomes. 
• Demonstrated ability to gain a conceptual understanding of relevant policies, procedures or systems and interpretation in the application of policy and/or precedent. 
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and monitor workflows within own area of responsibility, delivering outputs in a timely manner. 
• High level proficiency in computer software packages including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic mail, and the use of the internet as a research tool. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Welcome Video - Victorian Regional campuses – See link below;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-NZBy693Go

Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Sunday, 21st April 2024

Position Enquiries: Blair Herbert, Senior Manager, Office of Provost

Email: [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Bianca Trajanov, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Email:  [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD - HEO5 Administration Officer - Nexus Program.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.