Executive (Service Learning) - 1 Year Contract

About the role

The SUSS Core supports the university's mission by offering a holistic, transformative experience for students through interdisciplinary and experiential learning, with an emphasis on socio-cultural competence and social responsibility. The Executive (Service Learning) reports to the Head (Service-Learning) and supports the delivery of key Service-Learning programmes and initiatives, working with internal and external stakeholders to help meet the strategic and operational goals of the SUSS Core.

Key responsibilities

• Support the operational delivery of the ePortfolio graduation requirement, including coordinating processes, communications and stakeholder engagement for timely implementation.
• Support the coordination of annual University awards, including nominations, assessments, judging sessions and engagement with nominees, selection panels and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate the experiential components of NIE301 Learning with Communities, including administrative and logistical arrangements, contract administration, stakeholder coordination and onsite support for student-community activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Service-Learning operations and stakeholder experience, including streamlining processes and supporting the use of digital tools and technology.
• Support Service-Learning, department and university-wide events, projects and activities where required, and undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Degree holder with at least 3 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in higher education, education and/or the community sector.
• Strong coordination and organisational skills, able to manage multiple workstreams, timelines and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with students, colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Resourceful, adaptable team player who can work independently and collaboratively, with initiative and sound judgement.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Professional applications.
• Comfortable using digital tools and technology; experience with data analytics is an advantage.