Pace & Employability Officer

PRIMARY DETAILSalary Package: From $93,017- $102,676 per annum (HEW level 6), plus 17% superannuation.
Appointment Type: Full-time, Fixed term (1 year - Parental leave cover)
Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, Dharug land, North RydeTHE ROLEWe are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated PACE & Employability Officer to join the team supporting Work Integrated Learning programs. The role provides administrative and project management services across a diverse range of work integrated learning activities across Faculty PACE units. Key accountabilities include liaising with external industry partners; providing logistical and operational support of the PACE program; supporting PACE unit convenors and academics with the co-ordination and delivery of PACE activities; and contributing to the development, implementation and quality assurance of business processes.About YouReporting to the PACE & Employability Manager you will: demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to engage with students, unit convenors and partner organisations; be flexible and able to multi-task to work effectively within a small team environment; and display attention to detail to ensure effective execution of the operational and administrative requirements underpinning the PACE initiative.About UsProfessional and Community Engagement (PACE) is a University-wide initiative designed to provide undergraduate students with work integrated learning opportunities with a range partners to improve employability as part of their Degree. PACE units provide an academic framework through which students can engage with the community, learn through participation, develop their capabilities and build the skills valued by employers.Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the on offer.To ApplyTo be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter no more than 2 pages that outlines how you meet the selection criteria below.Selection CriteriaExperience in project management with multiple internal and external stakeholdersAdministration experience, including planning and implementing business processes and systemsExperience in stakeholder management with industry, government or not-for–profit organisationsExperience in a customer service role, preferably within the education sectorIf you have any questions/general enquires in relation to recruitment or more specifically around the role, please reach out to the followingRole Enquiries: Kate Maitland, PACE & Employability Manager onGeneral Recruitment Enquiries: Bill, HR Officer atApplication Close Date: Wednesday, 17th April 2024, 11:59pm AESTIf you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: and go to the Careers App
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