Academic Programs Officer

**Job no**: 0051027
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Continuing
**Faculty**:Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
**Department/School**:Melbourne School of Health Sciences
**Salary**:UOM 5 - $83,159 - $95,518 p.a. plus 17% super

**About the Role**

Your responsibilities will include:

- Preparing examination board information, and organising supplementary assessment on the recommendation of Boards of Examiners, and coordination of Student Progress Committees of the school
- Maintaining and developing administrative systems, processes and practices with a view to continually improve the provision of support to the teaching staff of the School

**Who We Are Looking For**
You possess a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, demonstrating effective organizational and problem-solving skills to manage multiple functions and meet competing deadlines. Your excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, combined with a strong customer service ethic, enable you to provide clear advice and support to a diverse range of stakeholders. Additionally, you have experience facilitating and managing relationships with both internal and external partners. Your well-developed computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office (particularly Word and Excel) and familiarity with platforms such as Zoom, further supports your ability to contribute effectively in a dynamic environment.

You will also have:

- An undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
- An ability to display Service Excellence by striving to deliver beyond expectations and taking ownership of delivery
- Ideally, a knowledge of the University or other tertiary education environment, and a proficiency in the use of StudentOne or other key Student and Client Management Systems

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your New Team - Melbourne School of Health Sciences**

Since its inception in July 2009, the Melbourne School of Health Sciences (MSHS) has created an inter-professional learning community at the forefront of leadership in health sciences education, clinical research, scholarship, professional practice, workforce training and knowledge exchange. The School is unique in its composition, including Departments of Nursing, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Audiology and Speech Pathology and Optometry and Vision Sciences.

The School educates graduate entry and post-graduate students through accredited programs tailored to workforce needs nationally and internationally, enabling them to be competent and effective health professionals who are work ready and eligible for registration. The School also trains experienced professionals to be leaders in their field and research higher degree students to be competent in clinical and basic research and evidence based practice to prepare them for research, clinical, professional or academic careers.

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

**About the University of Melbourne**
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

**Be Yourself**
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

**Join Us**
- **Resume**:

- **Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience**

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