Academic Planning Coordinator

Who we are?
- At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities - and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.
- Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous - with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.
- What’s the job?
- The Academic Planning Coordinator functions in the capacity of Academic Planning and Business Analysis involving analysing business and data by gathering, identifying and documenting business requirements. This role optimises processes, procedures and supports the implementation of strategic business planning and intelligence systems and initiatives throughout the student lifecycle of Higher Educational and Vocational programs across Academic Administration functions within Torrens Global Education (TGE). This role involves collaboration with academic leaders, faculty members, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive project plans and deploy functional solutions by using data and project management techniques to ensure the implementation and monitoring of academic quality best practices that contribute to student success and academic achievement.
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- Accountabilities:
- Collaborate with academic leaders, faculty members, and other stakeholders to identify, elicit and document business requirements using project management tools and techniques including development & monitoring of data quality metrics, focusing on academic administration operations, programs, and services.- Assist in the development and maintenance of Business Intelligence reports, employing data to provide visualisations that support decision-making processes within the academic faculties.- Identify and assess discrepancies/errors in reports and systems, providing recommendations for optimal business practices to internal stakeholders, and contributing to the enhancement of system functionalities.- Generate and implement timely reports on Student Academic Progression, Class Size, and Exam Timetables by using information systems and technologies.- Manage and maintain company systems and databases, ensuring the accuracy of information and compliance with data governance policies and procedures, as well as legal and regulatory requirements related to data privacy and security.
- We Are Looking For:
- Previous experience in business analysis methodologies, techniques and best practices- Experience in Agile project management software, tools and techniques- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUPS, IF statements, Data Validation, Conditional Formatting, Subtotals, and Error checking- Familiarity with Visual Basics for Applications (VBA) and Macros- Proficiency in SQL database management- Experience using Microsoft Power BI for data analysis and visualisation
- Why join us?
- Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, Australian Financial Review named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
- What we offer
- We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia, you’ll benefit from:
- Join an Australian Company: Be part of an organization owned by Strategic Education Inc, listed on NASDAQ.- Flexible Working Conditions: Enjoy the flexibility to work remotely and from a campus near you.- Company Culture: Thrive in a supportive and collaborative work environment that values diversity and inclusion.
- Hiring process
- We aim to provide you with the necessary information you need at each stage of this process to put your best self forward. Should you have accessibility requirements or needs please contact sebastian.pabon- We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.
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