Peer Learning and Support Coordinator

3 weeks ago


Perth, Australia Murdoch University Full time

Continuous, Full Time
- Classification HEW0708 | $87,000 - $115,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
- Salary Packaging opportunities
- Ref: JR101137

About Us

Located within Murdoch’s central academic support department (Support for Academic and Career Learning), the Peer Learning and Support team develops and implements learning programs built upon an empowerment framework, which encompasses students helping other students to further their learning and success.

The Role

The Peer Learning and Support Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and promoting strategic peer-based student learning and support programs and initiatives at Murdoch University. You will direct a large number of student leaders, and, in the provision of peer-based programs and initiatives, provide them with training, education, and a learning community.

You will work with the greater university community and contribute to various working groups, policy development groups and committees to improve support for students, increase student engagement with the curriculum and enhance student learning and success. Further, on a day-to-day basis you will be:

- Undertake reviews of available data and design data collection activities and coordinate the design and implementation of evidence-based and broad-ranging strategies.
- Coordinate and manage peer learning and support activities.
- Recruit, train, and supervise a large pool of casual students working as PASS and PAC leaders in the provision of proactive student programs and services.
- Provide supervision and deliver and coordinate training for Peer Support Officer(s) and peer programs student leaders.

What you’ll bring to this role
- Undergraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of innovative peer learning and support models, including nationally accredited PASS supervisor training.
- Ability to develop programs and initiatives to influence undergraduate student retention, persistence, engagement, and success.
- Ability to meet strict deadlines, with high organisational and time/workload management skills.
- Expertise in evaluating, reviewing, ad improving Peer Learning and Support services.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights.

What you’ll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

- Competitive remuneration
- Paid leave entitlements
- Flexible work arrangements
- Salary packaging options
- Employee Assistance Program
- On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the
- Position Description)
- Your most recent resume (CV)

Position contact: Stephen Johnson, Head of Support for Learning,

Closing date: 18 July 2023 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.



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