• Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds Campus or our Melbourne, Burwood Campus with hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed term until February 2026

As a Senior Adviser, Work Integrated Learning you will:

• Implement programs and initiatives designed to increase participation in work integrated learning and provide opportunities for students to gain valuable learning experiences.
• Maintain productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and key influential individuals both inside and outside the University to ensure student placement opportunities are developed, students can be placed, managed and supported in accordance with university policy and procedure.
• Provide ethical advice to students and stakeholders on work integrated learning that address underlying issues and promote value-adding insights and recommendations
• Develop and implement practical, accessible solutions to work integrated learning issues based on student and stakeholder needs.
• Maintain accurate records of activities managed by the WIL team which may include, but is not limited to non-clinical placements, internships and career events.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in student advising, career education, or international education.
• Experience working within an organisation with complex administrative structures, policies and procedures, preferably within the higher education sector.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ruby Lee (Manager, Partnerships and Engagement) at ruby.lee@deakin.edu.au.

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Position Description-Senior Adviser,Work Integrated Learning SEBE -HEW6.pdf

Applications for this position close on Wednesday 16^th of April at 11.55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.