Student Employability Officer

2 weeks ago

Wollongong, Australia University of Wollongong Full time

Learning, Teaching & Curriculum
- Permanent/continuing, full-time appointment
- Level 5: $80,543 - $91,087 + 17% superannuation

The Careers & Employability unit is part of the Learning, Teaching & Curriculum division within the DVC (Academic & Student Life) portfolio at UOW. Working in flexible, responsive multidisciplinary teams, LTC works in partnership with stakeholders to drive innovation and sector-leading practice for the benefit of our students, and to secure UOW’s position at the forefront of higher education excellence.

Teams within Careers & Employability develop and deliver services and programs in collaboration with Faculties, Divisions and students to enhance students’ career readiness and employability. In curriculum, the team enables learning and teaching transformation through the development of innovative approaches to Career Development Learning (CDL) and Work Integrated Learning (WIL).

The Careers & Employability Unit currently has an opportunity for a full-time, ongoing Student Employability Officer.

**About the Role**

The Student Employability Officer will deliver career development learning (CDL) and employability services, programs, and resources that are informed by best practice and evidence. Under the guidance of the Team Leader - Student Careers Consultant and in collaboration with the Faculty Careers Specialists, this position will also contribute to the development of new programs and resources.

This role contributes to the University’s goals in relation to student employability and student experience and to the strategic priority to empower students for their futures through excellent service provision.
- Undergraduate/Bachelor’s degree in a related field, with additional training such as a Graduate Certificate in Careers Education and Development or Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (completed or in progress).
- Ability to conduct career development work in ethical and culturally sensitive ways that recognise and respect diversity.
- Well-developed skills in the use of common office technologies and software and the ability to troubleshoot straightforward issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated cultural sensitivity.
- Evidence of strong client/ student focus in dynamic, fast paced work environments requiring high levels of confidentiality to be maintained.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both autonomously and in a team environment.

**How to Apply**

Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

**Closing Date**:Wednesday 28 May 2025, 11:59 PM

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