Learning, Teaching & Curriculum Permanent/continuing, full-time appointment Level 5: $78,579 - $88,865 + 17% superannuation The Careers & Employability unit is part of the Learning, Teaching & Curriculum division within the DVC (Academic & Student Life) portfolio at UOW.
Working in flexible, responsive multidisciplinary teams, LTC works in partnership with stakeholders to drive innovation and sector-leading practice for the benefit of our students, and to secure UOW's position at the forefront of higher education excellence.
Teams within Careers & Employability develop and deliver services and programs in collaboration with Faculties, Divisions and students to enhance students' career readiness and employability.
In curriculum, the team enables learning and teaching transformation through the development of innovative approaches to Career Development Learning (CDL) and Work Integrated Learning (WIL).
The Careers & Employability Unit currently has an opportunity for a full-time, ongoing Student Employability Officer.
About the Role The Student Employability Officer will deliver career development learning (CDL) and employability services, programs, and resources that are informed by best practice and evidence.
Under the guidance of the Team Leader - Student Careers Consultant and in collaboration with the Faculty Careers Specialists, this position will also contribute to the development of new programs and resources.
This role contributes to the University's goals in relation to student employability and student experience and to the strategic priority to empower students for their futures through excellent service provision.
Minimum Requirements An Undergraduate/ Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, or combination of experience and/or education/training/experience deemed to be equivalent.
Completion or part-way completion of a Graduate Certificate in Careers Education and Development and/or Certificate IV in Training & Assessment.
Ability to apply career development theories, concepts, research, and associated models and frameworks to practice.
Ability to source, critically evaluate, and apply credible, reliable labour market information, and use this information to inform career education and assist students.
Ability to conduct career development work in ethical and culturally sensitive ways that recognise and respect diversity.
Well-developed skills in the use of common office technologies and software and the ability to troubleshoot straightforward issues.
Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritise and complete multiple tasks whilst applying initiative and sound judgement.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated cultural sensitivity.
Evidence of strong client/ student focus in dynamic, fast paced work environments requiring high levels of confidentiality to be maintained.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both autonomously and in a team environment.
How to Apply Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter.
The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.
For further information about this position, please contact Dr Matalena Tofa, Head – Careers & Employability by email: Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.
The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.
Closing Date: Wednesday 28 August 2024, 11:59 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr
