The University of Melbourne | Accreditation and Curriculum Officer

Job Position: Accreditation and Curriculum Officer

Company: The University of Melbourne

Expected salary: $79961 – 91844 per year

Location: Parkville, VIC

Accreditation and Curriculum Officer Job Details:

Role type: 2 Positions Available: Full-time; Continuing, and Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Education
Department: Academic Services
Salary: UOM 5 – $79,961 – $91,844 p.a. plus 17% super

• Bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our Accreditation and Curriculum team, where every day offers new challenges and opportunities for growth.
• Play a vital role in administering curriculum processes for strategic learning initiatives and supporting accreditation submissions.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role
Spearhead the timely delivery of curriculum processes crucial for maintaining the Faculty of Education’s Learning and Teaching portfolio. Providing vital support to academic leaders and internal stakeholders, supporting accreditation submissions and ensuring the accuracy of course and subject information through the curriculum change cycle.Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting accurate and timely curriculum development and revisions for the Faculty, including CAPS handbook entries for course and subjects and associated Student One configuration as required.
• Assisting in preparing submissions to professional external accreditation bodies for the Faculty’s Initial Teacher Education courses.
• Liaising with relevant stakeholders as required, and providing policy advice on curriculum matters as needed.

Who We Are Looking For
You excel in a dynamic and demanding role, utilising your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to foster strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders. Your broader academic background, and familiarity with the higher education sector enable you to navigate complexities relating to curriculum, accreditation processes, and wider academic programs effectively. Your experience in Initial Teacher Education accreditation, ideally transitioning from another university, underscores your deep understanding of educational frameworks. You demonstrate a talent for collaboration, effectively juggling multiple priorities while working autonomously to achieve departmental goals.You also have:

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field, combined with demonstrably relevant experience, or a combination of relevant training and experience.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills, including prioritisation and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment, alongside excellent multitasking abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and University online systems, with experience in committee support and evidence-based decision-making.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Employer Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn’t have a valid Employer Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.Your New Team – The Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education (FoE) fosters staff productivity, growth and engagement in a collective effort to enrich the contribution that education makes to society. We conduct research and teaching that leads to the transformation of education practice both within and beyond the profession. FoE stimulates learning that enriches the potential of students from around the world, enabling meaningful careers and profound contributions to communities. We provide research leadership, setting the direction for high-impact, innovative and responsive research that addresses the pressing issues of our time. We lead purposeful engagement with society, sharing our resources and expertise as part of collaborative efforts to build a resilient, equitable and sustainable future.What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out page!About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via and stay connected with our stories and people on .Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit page.We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled “Reasonable Adjustments Request”.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.For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit –Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• A tailored cover letter addressing the specific requirements of the role, demonstrating your genuine interest and pertinent experience for this position (one page maximum).

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Petra Newton via email at , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.Position Descriptions
Fixed Term Position:
Continuing Position:Advertised: 05 Apr 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 21 Apr 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

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