Student Success Coordinator

• Empower Student Success through engagement and belonging
• UC Level 7, Salary Range $97,428 pa - $105,548 pa + 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About us:

University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” UC is engrained in the local community and we aim to challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).

Student Life is dedicated to providing an outstanding and integrated UC student experience through the provision of high-quality services and programs supporting students’ educational goals and enriching their social and cultural university life. Our department is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Student Success Coordinator to join its team.

About the role:

Operating under the broad direction of the Manager, Student Equity and Participation, the Student Success Coordinator will engage strategically with internal stakeholders, including faculties, business units, support services, and external community partners. The role will lead the development and implementation of initiatives targeting diverse student cohorts, particularly those under-represented in higher education.

Emphasising a collaborative approach, the coordinator will work closely with academic and professional staff, leveraging a sound understanding of Student Success theories and frameworks to enhance the overall student experience. The role's primary responsibilities include ensuring the successful design and delivery of programs that foster student transition, participation, belongingness, and success.

About you:

The successful applicant will require a broad skill set to effectively coordinate, implement, and evaluate evidence-based student transition, engagement, and success programs across the university.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

University of Canberra embodies it’s Values of Everyone’s invites, Nurragunnawali, Change the World, Dare to be Curious and Walk together which we are proud. UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

How to Apply: To be considered for this role all we want is for you to apply with you CV only and, no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights or eligibility to obtain a work visa for Australia.

For job specific information: please contact Ms Laurie Poretti, Manager, Student Equity and Participation on 02 6201 2*** or on **************@canberra.edu.au

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3*** or email ********@canberra.edu.au

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday, 24th March 2024