Faculty Accreditation Officer

(HE07) $95,017 - $106,270 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% Superannuation. Full-Time, Continuing Position

Based within the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics we have an exciting career opportunity for an Accreditation Officer to join our team.

In this role you will be responsible for providing specialist advice and support relating to the relevant accreditations within the Adelaide Business School, School of Education and Adelaide Law School. This includes the drafting and presentation of comprehensive reports and statistics, as well as management of the ISO 9001 and 44001 certifications.

Responsibilities include (further information is detailed within the position description):

• Provide specialist advice on accreditation requirements to relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor and maintain the database of documents that demonstrate alignment to accreditation standards and measures.
• Draft comprehensive reports and correspondence related to relevant accreditations, including identifying and presenting accreditation compliance through data analysis.
• Provide statistical support and data analysis regarding research, learning and teaching, and engagement activities. Work collaboratively with staff involved with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation to assist with the requirements necessary for continuous improvement and to ensure accreditation is maintained. Draft and coordinate the necessary submissions for AACSB accreditation.
• Manage the ISO 9001 and 44001 certifications, including the development and implementation of new policies and processes for the Adelaide Business School, critical to the success of the certifications.

We are looking for experience in the areas below: 

• Previous experience in Quality Assurance, Accreditation, and Auditing
• Experience in researching, drafting reports, writing documents, and making recommendations for a wide audience.
• Demonstrated analytical and report writing skills (both quantitative and qualitative)
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously, under pressure, prioritise and manage work commitments, and deliver on deadlines. 
• Demonstrated high-level interpersonal skills and communication skills, including the ability to liaise and develop relationships with staff from diverse backgrounds and levels both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of software applications, including Microsoft Suite
• Previous experience in the tertiary or education sector (desirable but not essential)
• Experience in preparing documents for accreditation bodies.

This position is based within our Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics. Below is some information about the Faculty and links to our website to learn more:

The Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics is a place of innovative practice and thought leadership across a diverse range of disciplines which comprises of The Business School, Elder Conservatorium of Music, the Adelaide Law School, School of Economics and Public Policy, School of Education, School of Humanities and the School of Social Sciences. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and has strong connections with business and industry.
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Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you a vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

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How to Apply

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit:

• A cover letter that details your relevant experience for the role as provided in the position description and;
• Current resume

Applications close Wednesday 31^th January 11:55pm 2024.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date.

For further information

If you require additional information, please contact:

Amy Underdown, Project Manager
E: amy.underdown@adelaide.edu.au

The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.