Program Officer

2 weeks ago


North Ryde, Australia Macquarie University Full time

PRIMARY DETAIL
- Salary package: From $96,273 - $106,270 (HEW Level 6), plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading
- Appointment Type: Full-time, 2 year fixed-term
- Location: Based at Wallumattagal campus, North Ryde (hybrid working option)

About the Role

We have _two full-time, 2-year fixed term positions_ to join the _FIRST_ Australia Team, in the Faculty of Science and Engineering If you are driven to make a difference and are ready to bring your skills to a program that inspires the next generation, we’d love to hear from you

The Program Officers will play a key role in supporting the exciting _FIRST_ Tech Challenge (FTC) _OR_ _FIRST_ Robotics Competition (FRC) programs by providing comprehensive project management, program coordination, training facilitation, and logístical support to ensure their success.
- As a Program Officer, your responsibilities will include:_- Supporting the planning and delivery of the program, ensuring successful execution throughout the season- Align activities with educational curricula to support student learning- Coordinating the logistics and operations for events at local and national levels.-
- Train and support key volunteers involved in program delivery- Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders to enhance program impact.
- Program-specific responsibilities for each role include:_

FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics program- Plan and deliver the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) program- Drive FTC program expansion, reaching new schools and communities- Manage the dashboard, website, and digital resources for the programs.

FIRST Robotics Challenge (FRC) robotics program- Plan and deliver the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) program- Grow the FRC program with a focus on program expansion- Manage the recruitment, retention, and recognition of FIRST volunteers nationally for all programs.

About the team
- FIRST _is a key strategic initiative of the University with a national and growing international profile. In collaboration on with Macquarie University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering, the _FIRST _programs aim to inspire the next generation to choose science and engineering degrees and career pathways. Macquarie University is the home of FIRST programs in Australia which includes all aspects of running the programs nationally.

About You

Ready to join us ?- A degree in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Understanding of project management principles and practices, and strong organisation and time management skills.- Ability to modify and deliver training and demonstrations for different cultural groups and designing activities to enhance learning outcomes.- Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders and partner organisations.- Finance administration and tracking of budgets.

Why work at Macquarie ?

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.

Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Not only are we close, take a look at our benefits on offer:
- 17% Superannuation- Subsidised onsite parking options- Flexible working options- Training and professional development- Purchased leave- Onsite childcare facilities- Discounted health insurance (Medibank)- Onsite vacation care- Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre- Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics

Specific Role Enquiries: William de Lima, Manager, _FIRST_ Australia on


General Recruitment Enquiries: Kate Williams, Talent Acquisition Consultant


Application Closing Date: Friday 31st of January 2025 at 11:59 pm (AEDT)

Applications Close:
31/01/2025 11:59 PM

Diversity and Inclusion
- Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
- We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
- Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University.


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