Program Officer, Career Mentoring

**Program Officer, Career Mentoring**:
**Position Number**: 0047471
**Location**: Parkville
**Role type**: Full-time; Continuing
**Department**:Student and Scholarly Services
**Salary**: UoM 6 - $96,569 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- Connect students with Alumni, enhance employability and drive alumni engagement
- to lead transformative career mentoring programs, bridging the gap between academia and industry for student success
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

**The University of Melbourne**
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**Your next career opportunity**
As the Program Officer, Career Mentoring at the University of Melbourne, you'll be at the forefront of enhancing students' career prospects and employability. You'll have the opportunity to promote, coordinate and deliver innovative mentoring programs, develop digital solutions, and foster crucial connections between students, alumni, and industry. Your role will directly impact students' professional development and Career readiness, making this a key position for those passionate about career education and student success in higher education.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Coordinate Mentoring Programs: Support and develop programs that link alumni to students for career exploration and professional networking.
- Manage Digital Platforms: Develop expertise in the Chronus mentoring platform, overseeing configuration and user support.
- Build Strategic Relationships: Foster strong connections with stakeholders across Student Success, Faculties, Advancement, and alumni networks.
- Drive Program Innovation: Use data insights to contribute to the development of new initiatives and continuous improvement of existing programs.

**You may be a great fit if**:
You bring program management experience in a tertiary setting, using strong analytical skills to support student success. You will have excellent communication and presentation abilities will that help deliver impactful student support initiatives and engage diverse stakeholders effectively.

**You may also**:

- Have a Bachelor's degree and/or extensive relevant experience in career mentoring or employability initiatives for tertiary students.
- Demonstrate strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple deadlines.
- Show competency in using online platforms and managing CRM systems.
- Have experience in student programming within an employability context.

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 sector leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members

For more information check out our benefits page

**Your new team - Student and Scholarly Services**
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff

**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.

**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.

**Working at the University - what you need to know**:
**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.** This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Join Us and unlock your career potential**
- **Resume**:

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

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