STEM Outreach Coordinator

• Full-time, Continuing position

• Salary Level HEW 7 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

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

About You
The STEM Outreach Coordinator will promote STEM to secondary school students, in line with University procedures and the College’s strategic vision.

A major focus of the role will be to oversee and implement all activities relating to the In2science program in consultation with partner universities and the Victorian Department of Education and Training. The role will also maintain records and reports on the performance of the In2science program, reporting on outcomes to external stakeholders including secondary stakeholders and sponsors.

This role will also be responsible for liaison and coordination of a range of events on campus and at secondary schools, facilitating RMIT student-led demonstrations and workshops.

The STEM Outreach Coordinator will undertake other College engagement activities as directed by the Planning and Operations Manager.

This role may occasionally be required to work non-standard hours and leave restrictions may apply during peak periods.

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

• Demonstrated communication, relationship building and negotiation skills with the ability to work collegiately with academic and professional staff, students, and external clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.   

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a demanding high-volume environment with excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.

• Demonstrated project management experience to ensure the achievement of project goals, participation targets and semester objectives.

• Proven ability to lead and motivate students towards the achievement of educational, personal and community engagement objectives, and communicate with students regarding effective learning.

• Demonstrated understanding and experience in the field of STEM education.

• Demonstrated proficiency in computer software packages with accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to learn new technical skills.

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

About STEM College

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.

STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, Digital Innovation, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College’s inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community of achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria’s first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College. STEM College works closely with the College of Vocational Education (CoVE) to deliver gender equity programs across the university supporting students across various education pathways. CoVE empowers learners and our industry, community and government partners to succeed in the new world of work through reimagining how we deliver vocational education to create unique practice-based learning and experiences for our students and partners at scale.

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students. The College of Vocational Education employs 500 staff to approximately 14,000 students.

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/stem-college

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link below.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Jennifer Pham, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email [email protected]

Position Description

Applications close on Sunday 21 May 2023 at 11.59 pm.

Applications Close:
21 May 2023 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to  being  a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Isla n der community.  

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via [email protected] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers .

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