Programs Officer, Operations and Engagement

• 2x full-time, 24 month fixed term opportunities, with potential for extension

• Exciting opportunity to support student and innovation co-curricular and curricular programs within the Education-Enterprise Engagement (EEE) area

• Base Salary $95,860 - $103,341 (HEO6) + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

As the Programs Officer, Operations and Engagement, you will provide general administrational, program and operational support in the delivery of a broad range of activities and tasks across the Education- Enterprise and Engagement area of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Education. You will coordinate and liaise with multiple industry, government, and community stakeholders and proactively manage communications, ensuring effective collaboration and teamwork to achieve successful program delivery.

About the team

We are a dynamic business unit within the Education Portfolio that has been recently expanding, and now includes ICPUS (which include academic, ops, systems and engagement), DYF (OLES), INCUBATE, Careers, Sydney Connect. We also manage University wide Education focused projects, as well as internal projects.  

If you are someone looking to utilise their strong administrational and stakeholder management skills and experience to support the University’s diverse education engagement activities, you will thrive in this role.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• work within a dynamic team, reporting to the Stakeholder Engagement Manager

• support the delivery of curricular and co-circular based activities by promoting student enrolments, responding to student enquiries, and assisting with project and unit of study activities

• perform daily program administration activities within the EEE team such as: liaising with various stakeholders, diary management and meeting and event coordination

• build ongoing professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders ensuring effective communication and on-going understanding of expectations and engagements

• coordinate the organisation and delivery of workshops, student events and presentations

• maintain and update content on communications channels such as email, newsletters, university student and external webpages

• work directly with the Program Manager, Operations and Administration to ensure effective day to day operational management of the EEE office and its associated programs.

About you

• tertiary qualifications and/or relevant work experience in a related field

• demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective administrative processes

• excellent written and verbal communication skills including effective interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders in a very busy environment

• high level of competency in and knowledge of word-processing, database, and spreadsheet applications such as in the Microsoft Office suite

• well-developed organisational skills and proactive time management skills; including the ability to work to strict deadlines and prioritise tasks appropriately

• experience with Power-BI, Canvas, Sydney Student or similar university systems is highly desirable

• prior work experience in a higher education environment is highly desirable

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kale Claffey, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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Thursday 11 April 2024 11:59 PM