Education Program Coordinator

About The Team

The Education Program Coordinator is formally positioned within the College of Operations Team, reporting to the College of Business Manager (College of Operations Team). However, the role is embedded within the School of Education, working closely with the School Executive Team to ensure the smooth coordination of academic programs and strategic initiatives. This dual engagement is essential to delivery high-quality operational support tailored to the School’s needs.

The College of Operations Team is a digitally capable, multiskilled team that provides essential technical, operational, and project support across all disciplines, enabling the University’s core goals of excellence in student experience and research. The School of Education, one of Murdoch’s most established schools, offers a vibrant and collegial environment with a strong commitment to impactful research and high-quality teacher education. With a diverse student base and strong national and international networks, the School delivers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs both locally and offshore.

Your New Role

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Education Program Coordinator to join our team within the College of Operations Team. This key role is based in the School of Education, supporting program delivery and providing leadership and administrative support to the School of Executive Team.

If you’re passionate about education, thrive in a collaborative environment and excel in program coordination and stakeholder engagement, we’d love to hear from you

Your key responsibilities will include
- Partnerships and Compliance: Maintain and develop education-focused partnerships, manage reporting and invoicing, and ensure compliance with university and external authority standards
- Program Operations and Data Management: Oversee daily operations within the School of Education, support academic delivery, and manage data and reporting to track progress and inform decision-making

Please refer to the

Position Description

for further details.

What We Offer You

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $97,743.00- $107,690.00 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

- Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling 6% increase
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our

benefits and services page



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

What you’ll bring to the role:

- Relevant degree with subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of education and training, ideally in program management within the higher education sector
- Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, lead initiatives, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and database systems, with experience in managing budgets and financial processes
- Demonstrated ability to delivery high-quality service, client needs, and communicate effectively across teams
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Neeta Tota, Collete Business Manager, Health and Education,

and quote JR104410 as the reference.

Applications Close on 7 October 2025 (11:59pm AWST)

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