Program Coordinator

**Program Coordinator**:
**Position Number**: 0062735
**Location**: Parkville
**Role type**: Full-time; Fixed-term to 31st March 2027
**Department/School**: Asialink Business
**Salary**: UoM 5 - $83,159 - $95,518 p.a. plus 17% super
- Shape Australia's Asia capability / Engage with diverse stakeholders / Drive impactful professional learning experiences for business professionals.
- to play a crucial role in developing Australia's Asia expertise through innovative executive education programs.
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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**Your next career opportunity**
As the Program Coordinator for the Asialink Business Academy at the University of Melbourne, you'll be at the forefront of building Australia's Asia capability. You will coordinate and support the delivery of executive learning solutions, both virtual and in-person, engaging with diverse stakeholders from business, government, and academia. This role offers you the chance to contribute significantly to Australia's engagement with Asia while developing your skills in program management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-cultural communication.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- **Program Coordination**: Manage the operational and administrative aspects of Academy programs, ensuring smooth delivery of virtual and in-person executive learning solutions.
- **Stakeholder Engagement**: Liaise with program participants, facilitators, speakers, and partners to ensure excellent communication and experiences.
- **Content Development**: Support the creation of program materials, marketing collateral, and communications using various digital tools.
- **Logistics Management**: Coordinate venue arrangements, online delivery tools, and ensure compliance with protocols and budgets.

**You will be a great fit if**:
You are a proactive and organised professional with a strong interest in Asia-Australia engagement, possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to manage complex projects efficiently.

**You may also**:

- Have experience in administration of executive education programs with business professionals (essential).
- Possess skills in instructional design and virtual/hybrid program delivery (desirable).
- Have a professional qualification with relevant experience in administration or program management.
- Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office, CRM databases, and project management tools.
- Possess growing skills in graphic design using tools like Canva and Adobe.
- Have experience or interest in Asia and Asia-Australia engagement.
- For further information please refer to the attached PD.

**What we offer you**
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

**Your new team - Asialink, Asialink Business**
Asialink is a department of the University of Melbourne under the portfolio of Chancellery Global, Culture and Engagement. Asialink drives creative engagement between Australia and Asia to build a strong, shared future. Uniquely Australian, Asialink brings 30 years of insights, capabilities and connections to diverse communities in Australia and Asia, building mutual understanding and prosperity.

This role specifically will be in Asialink Business, Australia’s National Centre for Asia Capability, Asialink Business provides tailored solutions to help businesses seize the potential of diverse Asian markets. Asialink Business equip organisations in all sectors to become Asia ready by developing the critical skills, knowledge and networks needed to engage with the complexities of the region. Grounded in extensive market research, practical training programs, research, events and advocacy enable businesses to forge ahead with confidence to enter and grow in Asia.

**Be Yourself**
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

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