Details - Administration Coordinator, Nexus
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Job no:
567780 Work type:
Fixed Term Location:
Campus Independent Categories:
Education and Training, Administration and Executive Support, Education, Educational Services Part-time (0.8 FTE), Fixed term position until 31 December 2030
Campus independent - Can be based at La Trobe University's Melbourne (Bundoora) or Victorian regional campuses
Our Nexus program is expanding!
Join an innovative team who're driven to make a difference in teaching pathways for aspiring teachers
About the position
The School of Education at La Trobe University is an industry leader, driving positive changes in education both in Australia and internationally.
It fosters an outstanding profession for all, emphasising exceptional quality.
Collaborating with schools, communities, and governments, the school provides exceptional professional experiences, policy advice, and research, aiming to transform educational practices and enrich students' learning experiences through evidence-based teaching and research.
In the capacity of Administration Coordinator, Nexus the position provides operational support for the award-winning Nexus program, which is part of the High Achieving Teachers Program (HAT).
Nexus offers an innovative employment-based teaching pathway that fosters a collaborative community of practice by bringing together the University, schools, and the wider community to develop profession-ready teachers.
The program emphasises mentoring, including school, university, and peer-based mentoring, acknowledging its transformative impact on both aspiring and in-service teachers.
With funding received from the Victorian Department of Education, the Nexus program is expanding to include an undergraduate Bachelor qualification, specifically aimed at Education Support (ES) staff and Koorie Engagement Support Officers (KESOs) employed in Victorian schools.
This will provide an employment-based pathway for ES staff and KESOs to achieve a full Bachelor qualification.
The Administration Coordinator, Nexus will provide leadership and mentoring, as well as strong organisational and administrative skills, to support the operations of the Nexus Program.
The primary responsibility of this position is to supervise members of the Nexus administration team, ensuring high-level administrative support and advice regarding the program's operations.
In collaboration with the Project Coordinator, Nexus Program and School Senior Manager, the incumbent will work as part of a team to assist in ensuring that program objectives are met, and that University policies and procedures are followed.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have An undergraduate degree in any area relevant to the position with at least 4 years subsequent experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge and/or experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills, especially the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively in small teams.
Demonstrated management and leadership skills with successful experience in managing and leading staff to promote a cohesive and effective team and managing workflows.
Demonstrated organisation and problem-solving skills, with an ability to manage several different projects concurrently.
Demonstrated high level of self-motivation and personal management skills.
Demonstrated experience in project management in the tertiary sector or a related field.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
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How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm on Monday 30th September 2024 Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia
may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
An up to date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible.
Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.
If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement
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Advertised:
23 Sep 2024
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