Student Engagement Officer

$77,746 - $85,046 (G05) pro-rata plus 17% superannuation
2 x Permanent continuing positions, Part-time (0.5 FTE)
Occasional evening and/or weekend work required as needed
Job reference: 1170518
Your new role
Are you ready for a new challenge in a permanent opportunity? We are looking for two Student Engagement Officers to make a difference at Curtin University. This position coordinates a wide range of administrative and organisational tasks to support all aspects of the student lifecycle experience, including outreach activities, engagement and retention of students, and promotion of career development and extracurricular initiatives. The ideal candidate will facilitate information flow, administer communications and correspondence, and distribute information professionally and timely to relevant stakeholders.
In this role, you will (but not limited to):
Support the Manager Student Engagement and the Indigenous Student Engagement Coordinator with the administration and coordination of student experience activities and initiatives.
Coordinate logistical requirements for and participate in, events and activities including Open Day, outreach/prospective student events, and other promotional activities.
Contribute to development of resources that will enhance the effective administration of Health Sciences outreach initiatives aimed at promoting the Faculty’s courses.
Contribute to promotional efforts to increase student participation and retention.
Provide advice and information to students on relevant programs for them offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences and/or the respective Schools.
Assist students to access and benefit from University student services, such as Student Connect, Guild, Counselling Services, student retention programs, and English/Academic support services.
Liaise with relevant staff and students, alumni, and other internal and external stakeholders to support the development and delivery of student experience initiatives.
Monitor and maintain databases and track and report on student experience initiatives.
Resolve operational problems and assist in the development and implementation of processes and systems that support the efficient administration of the student experience initiatives.
At Curtin, we are committed to embedding the voices and perspectives of First Nations peoples at the forefront of our decision-making to create an environment in which everyone thrives. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this role.
Essential Criteria:
Completion of a relevant degree; or considerable relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal and oral communication skills with the ability to consult and liaise effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated commitment to the delivery of high-quality client service.
Proven organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
Well-developed written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to construct documentation and articulate information clearly and professionally.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to use discretion and knowledge to determine appropriate actions.
Demonstrated digital literacy skills across a range of common applications.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
Desirable Criteria:
Previous experience in the higher education sector.
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Shaye Marefat, Student Engagement Manager, shaye.marefat@curtin.edu.au
About us
Curtin’s Faculty of Health Sciences has four academic schools that deliver a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and higher degree by research (HDR) courses. The four academic Schools are Curtin Medical School, Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin School of Nursing, and Curtin School of Population Health. Together, the four schools educate more health professionals than any other Western Australian tertiary institution.
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare facility, and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.
We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au
Join us!
Please provide a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (as outlined above), and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
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Applications close: Monday, 26 February 2024, at 10 pm AWST
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position will require you to have a current Working with Children Check.
As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered. Only in limited situations will visa sponsorship situations be considered.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number.
Inclusion and Diversity at Curtin
We are committed to ensuring that Curtin has an inclusive environment, free from harassment, in which all students, staff and the community feel respected, valued and welcome.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and are committed to making reasonable adjustments to enable people with disability to participate fully in our recruitment, selection and appointment processes.
Disclaimer
Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.