Work Integrated Learning

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Manager

**Position Number 1349I09 Level/ Classification**: HEW0809

Reports to Director Learning, Teaching and Technology

Unit Learning, Teaching and Technology

Directorate Education and Equity

Positions Supervised 2

Position Purpose

The Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Manager is accountable for leading the program of support

for WIL activities on behalf of the University, ensuring appropriate support and delivery for

students, academics and industry partners. The position will lead and contribute to the development

of strategic programs and resources to promote and raise the profile of WIL in the context of the

University’s Students and Education Plan and the Employability Strategy.

About Murdoch University

Murdoch University helps people discover how to make a difference, through education and

research endeavour, and remains one of the most inclusive universities in the country, providing

students with quality education and recognised academic standing within an engaging and caring

environment. We are a university for all, irrespective of background and social standing with a

focus on social equity, self-direction and freedom of thought and belief.

With strong links to government, business and the community, Murdoch University helps people

discover how to make a difference. We are a young, innovative and enterprising university with

more than 23,000 students and 1,700 staff across Perth, Singapore and Dubai. We are committed

to high quality education, innovative research, and strong community engagement both locally

and internationally.

Our Strategic Plan and Future Horizon 2017-2027 outlines an ambitious blueprint for development

**and growth, with a focus on one purpose**: to be a creative force for current and future generations.

**We are clear about our two core goals**: to educate free thinkers who thrive in society and are

sought after by employers; and, to provide life changing solutions for the world’s big challenges

through our outstanding translational research and innovative practice.

Reporting Relationships

Work Integrated

Learning (WIL)

Manager

Work Intergrated

Learning

Coordinator

Work Intergrated

Learning Senior

Officer

Work Intergrated

Learning Officer

Key Responsibilities / Duties

1. Identify, develop, and maintain strategic relationships with business, industry, community,

and government in conjunction with relevant University stakeholders to build relationships

with future employers and placement providers and develop new WIL opportunities.

2. In conjunction with the DVC Education and Equity portfolio, develop strategic programs and

initiatives across the WIL function to improve learning opportunities and enhance the

student experience, with a focus on implementation of the Employability Strategy and the

National Priorities Industry Linkages Fund.

3. Provide leadership and direction to the WIL team, handling escalated queries and providing

advice and support where required, including through the CDR process.

4. Develop and oversee the implementation of systems and processes to ensure the provision

of timely responses to WIL enquiries from workplace supervisors, University staff and

students, including use of digital communication platforms.

5. Consult with academic groups and key colleagues to promote and ensure the quality of WIL

activities by providing advice on benefits, models, practices, benchmarking, and research.

6. Oversee the implementation of University policies and guidelines related to WIL and advise

on changes that may be required.

7. Embody the University’s values within and beyond the University, building equality and

diversity and encouraging social responsibility.

8. Support the delivery of an engaging student experience of which excellence in research and

quality education are fundamental, aligning to University objectives.

9. Support and promote compliance with relevant legislation and University policies and

procedures, including reporting and managing risk through the appropriate channels and

activities, equity and health & safety and exhibit good practice in relation to same.

10. Participate on committees and working parties related to the University and the Colleges

as required.

11. Lead and direct a work environment of continuous review and improvement of business

practices, operational processes, and service provision.

12. Work as part of the Learning, Teaching and Technology leadership team to develop our

staff through recruitment, fostering a culture of teamwork, ensuring adequate staff

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feedback and development programs are in place for all staff.

13. Build, lead and maintain a strong collaborative performance culture within and across

teams, developing a working environment that drives respect, facilitates staff innovation,

and encourages creativity and drives outcomes.

14. Actively promote cultural ch