Workplace Learning Coordinator

• Develop strong relationships with external professional, industrial and government organisations
• Make a positive impact on the lives of our students
• The position is located at our City Tower Campus, with the requirement to attend industry visits and networking events, including some outside of regular working hours.

About Us:

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan : Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers "Thriving place to Study and Work" will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role:

As the Workplace Learning Coordinator, you will liaise with businesses and other organisations to source and negotiate new workplace learning positions (internships) for students and manage the relationship between students and employers. You will play a leading role in ensuring a high-quality workplace learning experience for every Business student and be able to identify business opportunities that positively impact both the student experience and the Business School.

An example of duties you may perform will include:

• Negotiating with industry professionals to develop new and nurture existing workplace learning positions that maximise student learning.
• Attending networking events to engage with businesses and expand partnerships.
• Providing career coaching to students, equipping them for the professional job market.
• Monitoring and mentoring students during their internship to ensure a valuable learning experience.
• Ensuring all necessary administration, compliance, and reporting processes are completed and accurately maintained.

This is a part-time fixed-term (until January 2027) position at a HEP 7 classification, $97,863 - $105,932 (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation, working (0.6 FTE hours per week.

About the Person:

We are seeking a friendly and professional individual with a minimum of two years' experience in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in securing internship opportunities and enhancing the overall WIL experience for students

Your ability to build and nurture strong relationships with industry partners, university staff, and students will be essential to your success. You take pride in providing personalised guidance and support to students throughout their internship journey, ensuring a positive and seamless experience.

In addition, you excel at managing administrative and compliance tasks with precision and attention to detail. If you are passionate about student success and thrive on building meaningful relationships, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply:

For a position description, please click here: Position Description - Workplace Learning Coordinator

Applications must include:

• A cover letter,
• Your curriculum vitae/resume,
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registrations,
• A document containing your responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For further information relating to the position, please contact Tania Milani, Workplace Learning Manager, Victoria University Business School by email at

Applications close – The application closing date is Sunday the 28th of September :59pm AEST) ; however, the advertisement may close earlier if sufficient applications are received. Early applications are strongly encouraged

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia

Why Join Us:

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage

Our Commitment to Protecting Country:

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

Victoria University welcomes and celebrates the diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds of all people. We are committed to progressive inclusivity as a core strategic priority. All members of the VU community have a responsibility to be inclusive, respectful and supportive of all.

We are committed to maintaining a workforce which reflects the community we serve, this means we strive to attract, retain, develop and empower talented individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applicants who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised people, those from the LGBTQIA+ community, people from all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe that a diversity of experiences and perspectives strengthens our community and fosters a more innovative, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where everyone feels they belong.

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