Excite students to discover new career opportunities in the Defence Industry!
Salary sacrificing options amongst a range of employee benefits Be part of a supportive organisation with a people focused culture About the Role The purpose of this role, internally known as Defence Industry Engagement Advisor, is to work across the Defence Industry sector in Western Australia, facilitating connections between Curtin University science and engineering students and the WA Defence industry to create career and work exposure opportunities.
You will create and coordinate career events, excursions and other initiatives, utilising networks and industry connections to expose students to beneficial career pathways when they graduate.
You will also work with industry and employers identifying cadetship, graduate roles and work placement opportunities, bolstering support for our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) team.
This is a full-time, maximum term contract ending 07 August 2026, based at Curtin University (Bentley).
Key responsibilities include: Extending networks through the WA Defence Sector, liaising with the Employers, Business Leaders, and Industry Experts Organising and delivering tailored and innovative career pathway events, activities and opportunities for students Engaging with students, faculty and other stakeholders to determine career interests, feedback and insights Building strong relationships with CCIWA, our Key Client and high-level leaders on campus Working with employers to identify graduate placement opportunities About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Knowledge of WA's Defence Sector, preferably with an established network of contacts (desirable, but not essential) Experience in organising and hosting network events, webinars, and career initiatives Strong verbal and written communication skills Competent in the use of Microsoft office applications Well-developed organisational skills Ability to work independently or within a team Cert IV or above in Career Development or similar qualification Police Clearance Drivers Licence Working with Children Check This role may require an Australian Security Clearance, therefore Australian citizenship is essential About CCIWA CCIWA is an independent, not-for-profit, Member-based organisation that has been committed to advancing trade and commerce in WA for more than 130 years.
Our vision is for WA to be the best place to live and do business.
To achieve this, we listen to the needs of all our stakeholders — businesses, families, consumers and the WA workforce – and respond with agenda-setting policy and advocacy work.
CCIWA Culture and Benefits At CCIWA, we are high performing, diverse people who are talented, supportive, and inclusive.
We will work with you to develop your career; ensure you feel supported and have the skills and capabilities you need to succeed at CCIWA and in your whole career.
We strive to be curious, contemporary, impactful, and respectful.
Throughout our recruitment process, we aim to find someone who fits our values along with the required skills needed to be successful in the role.
We welcome change and diversity as it not only strengthens our values but provides innovation and contemporary thinking that is essential for us to be the peak industry body in WA.
We have a range of benefits to support our employees which includes: A variety of working and leave options, including a Flexible Working Policy, Paid Parental Leave and 3 day paid Rest and Relaxation leave between Christmas and New Year Excellent building facilities Access to free and confidential counselling for employees and their immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program Salary Sacrificing - CCIWA is a rebatable employer Active Social Club and Charity Initiative Find out more about our fantastic culture here https://cciwa.com/about-us/join-our-team/ Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion CCIWA is proud to be an Inclusive Employer for 2023-24 with Diversity Council Australia.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
How to apply For your application to be considered, you should include: A cover letter Current CV Applications close COB Friday, 11 October 2024 and short-listing for this position will commence immediately.
To apply, click on "Apply Now" icon on Seek or apply directly through our website https://cciwa.com/about-us/join-our-team/.
For your application to be considered, you should include: A cover letter.
Current CV.
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