Coordinator, Academic Governance

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Deakin University Full time

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Work type: Full-time
Location: Melbourne - Burwood
Categories: Administration

  • Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
  • Full-time and continuing

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

As a Coordinator, Academic Governance, you will:

  • Provide expert policy advice on University legislation, TEQSA, AQF, and Higher Education Standards.
  • Coordinate governance matters, ensuring accurate and effective management of committee decisions.
  • Advise and support committees, collaborating with chairpersons to drive agendas and uphold governance standards.
  • Deliver high-level executive support, including quality documentation and efficient committee administration.
  • Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with academic policies and regulatory frameworks.

To be successful, you'll have:

  • A Degree with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience; or
  • Extensive experience and management expertise in technical or administrative fields; or
  • An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
  • Experience in managing relationships with and expectations of a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Experience in providing senior administrative support in a busy office environment, in a large, complex organisation governed by policies and procedures.

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Liz Kirkovski, Senior Coordinator, Academic Services on l.kirkovski@deakin.edu.au.

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

Applications for this position close on 2 April 2025.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Advertised: 14 Mar 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 02 Apr 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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