Industry Programs and Curriculum Advisor

Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large multi-campus institution located in Western Australia (WA) with a strong reputation for excellence in teaching, research and state-of-the-art facilities. ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds.
Our focus on teaching and research is inspired by engagement and partnerships with those in the many communities in which we serve. ECU is guided by strong values that influence the way we work and our vision is to further enhance our reputation to be recognised for our world ready graduates and leading-edge research. Our purpose is to transform lives and enrich society through education and our world-class research including our commitments on equality, opportunities for disadvantaged people and reducing our impact on the environment.
The diverse and talented staff in the Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) play a central role in achieving ECU's vision, and in designing and implementing future-oriented teaching and learning strategies. With its base at the Joondalup Campus, the CLT delivers a comprehensive suite of services and programmes on campus and online that promotes high quality learning and teaching outcomes for students and academic staff. CLT is driven by ECU’s commitment to inclusion through supporting students of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, people who are neurodivergent, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to be successful in their studies.
The Role
The CLT is seeking an Industry Programs and Curriculum Advisor to lead a diverse range of student employability initiatives associated with the needs of internal and external stakeholders. They will be highly organised, with demonstrated experience in student internship programs, communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
The role will work across the entire Employability Team, leading implementation of ideas, strategies, initiatives that will work to ensure Edith Cowan University is recognised as a leader in providing students with positive industry experiences associated with internships and other drivers of employability. The role supports the work of the Employability Team and its associated stakeholders, including industry employers, ECU students, academic and professional staff and the Student Transitions and Employability team.
**Key criteria**:
Tertiary qualification in a relevant area with relevant work experience or equivalent level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation.
Track record in delivering against a schedule of administrative deadlines, with strong organisational skills, data management skills, personal drive and self-motivation with the ability to manage and report on multiple employability projects concurrently.
Demonstrated experience in performing employability program coordination and a keen desire to work with students, academic and professional staff and industry employers.
Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and presentation skills to engage with students, academics and external industry/government partners in the context of internship activities and outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to engage in effective and proactive work while managing a small team, working independently and working within a team.
Recent experience within the tertiary education sector and/or experience working directly with students and industry employers.
Other criteria
You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.
Benefits & Remuneration
This full-time (or part-time), fixed term (to 31 December 2025) position attracts remuneration of $100,512 to $112,622 pa (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% University superannuation contribution.
ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.
ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.
For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our Employment Opportunities Overview website.
Commitment to equity and diversity
If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process at any stage, you can provide information in the Application Form or contact Justin Brown (details below).
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to call Professor Justin Brown (Employability Lead) on 08 6304 6174 / 0466 854 870.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a statement (maximum 3 pages) addressing the key criteria l