Cotton Course Coordinator

• Part time (0.5 FTE), fixed term or secondment opportunity until November 2028. Located on the Narrabri campus of University of Sydney
• Join a dynamic team driving impactful projects in the life and environmental sciences sector through effective coordination and project support.
• Base Salary $103,185 - $111,237 p.a ( HEO6) + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Life and Environmental Sciences is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Cotton Course Coordinator to provide operational project management support and advice for the effective delivery of the Cotton Course, to be comprised of a series of micro-credential short courses. In this role, you will coordinate multiple workstreams, engage with a range of stakeholders including University staff, cotton industry staff, growers and consultants, and ensure timely implementation of project plans and activities. Working under broad supervision, you will exercise sound judgement in planning and prioritising tasks, resolving routine matters independently, and collaborating with others to address more complex issues all while supporting the successful planning and delivery of the Cotton Course micro-credentials.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• perform operational project management support activities to assist with planning and establishing of the Cotton Course micro-credentials
• monitor Cotton Course activities, deliverables, and milestones, addressing issues or deviations as needed
• manage Cotton Course logistics, maintain stakeholder relationships, assist with financial tracking and drafting reports
• assist with the development and maintenance of a learning management system for the Cotton Course micro-credentials
• liaise with the Sydney Short Courses group to offer upcoming Cotton Course micro-credentials online and to monitor enrolments
• field enquiries from enrolled participants in the Cotton Course micro-credentials
• coordinate the collection and preparation of Cotton Course data and ensure relevant resources and documentation are available
• assist in identifying and booking key project resources such as technology, equipment, workspaces, transport and catering for in-person components of Cotton Course micro-credentials
• assist in identifying outreach and promotional opportunities for the Cotton Course
• act as the Secretariat for Cotton Course Advisory Committee (CCAC) meetings

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Cotton Course Coordinator who has:

• a bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent training and experience
• experience in project management and budget monitoring
• skills in engaging with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• a familiarity with Australian agricultural systems
• proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong computer literacy
• experience of, or a willingness to learn, online learning management systems
• excellent organisation, time management, and attention to detail
• the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate in team environments.

Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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Applications Close

Thursday 25 September :59 PM