(HEO7) $88,078 - $98,509 per annum plus an employer contribution of up to 9.5% superannuation may apply

The University of Adelaide Enterprise Agreement 2017-2021 will apply to a successful candidate’s employment at the University.  The University recently temporarily varied its Enterprise Agreement.  Please be advised that the salary range, along with other conditions associated with this position, may change in accordance with the variation to the Enterprise Agreement.

*Fixed term position available until 31 December 2021

The Student Voice Australia Coordinator will provide coordination and support for the national Student Voice Australia network and its activities. The Student Voice Australia Coordinator will take an active role in the development of project plans and timelines, providing advice to network members and key stakeholders and writing reports.

Working under limited direction the Student Voice Australia Coordinator will be responsible for a wide range of projects and tasks that will require high level organisational and time management skills as well as an ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.

Student Voice Australia (SVA) is a national network of institutions, staff and students, committed to facilitating authentic student engagement through partnership in institutional decision-making and governance for learning, teaching and the student experience. Following a successful pilot and further embedding of practices in 2020, SVA continues to develop and sustain a culture of student partnership in governance nationally.

To be successful you will need:

• Knowledge of students as partners approaches and experience working in partnership with students in a higher education setting, ideally in governance or related areas.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with a range of matters, in addition to having excellent administrative skills with demonstrated ability to work to strict deadlines and manage competing demands.
• Experience managing a diverse group of key stakeholders or large or complex projects, in addition to managing multiple work streams, or working in large complex projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work.
• Strong research, analytical and writing skills.
• Previous higher education experience.

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 core values are integrity, discovery, excellence, collegiality and respect. Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills of our staff.

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. 

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your division's broader role

The Division of Academic and Student Engagement drives the University's strategic activities in relation to learning and teaching. This includes ensuring all Adelaide students have a quality experience, and investing in our academic staff's professional development.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/dase/division-leadership

If you want to change tomorrow, act today

Click the 'Apply Now' button to be taken through to our online application form. Please ensure you address and upload your responses to all selection criteria. Applications close 11:55pm, Wednesday 24th  February 2021.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Dr Rebecca Tooher
Director, Education Strategy and Teaching Excellence
P: +61 (8) 8313 1316
E: rebecca.tooher@adelaide.edu.au

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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Opportunity employer, Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.

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