Project Coordinator

• Full-Time, Fixed-Term until 31 August 2024
• Located at Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Attractive remuneration, 17% super, and leave loading

About the position

The Dementia Training Australia (DTA) consortium is an Australian Government funded dementia education program aimed at increasing the capacity of the health and aged care workforce and healthcare students to care for people with dementia.

DTA provides a range of training and education services and activities nationally through collaboration across consortium members. The La Trobe University DTA team is responsible for the delivery of DTA’s Dementia Champion Program, General Practitioner (GP) education program, Pain Consultancy Service and Tailored Training Programs (TTP).

The purpose of this position is to plan, develop, deliver and assist in the continuous improvement of the Dementia Champions Program delivered by La Trobe University in conjunction with the project team. The role will coordinate and lead the development of key educational resourcesand lead the coordination of the pilot testing phase of the program. The Dementia Champions Program is designed to develop practice leaders equipped to implement sustainable change in their care environments.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• Proven work experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role
• Experience in project management, from conception to delivery
• An ability to prepare and interpret project management tools and schedules
• Good understanding of project reporting and governance
• Knowledge of the experience of dementia is preferred
• Ability to innovate and take responsibility for outcomes
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capability
• Solid organisational skills, including multitasking and time-management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and working knowledge of project management systems such as Monday.com
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills

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

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

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What La Trobe University can offer you!

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• 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 Monday, 29th May 2023

Position Enquiries:  Betty Panagiotaros, Dementia Training Australia, La Trobe University Hub Manager

Email: [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries:  Bianca Trajanov, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Email:  [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD - Project Coordinator .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;

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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.

Don't meet all the selection criteria? If you are interested, we want to hear from you. It’s not all about what you know, but what you can bring to La Trobe University and the team. We value varied experiences and if successful, will support you in further development.

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.