• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus / Geelong, Waurn Ponds Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed-term until 30.04.2026
• HEW 7 $105,933 - $116,643 + 17% Superannuation

Benefits for working with us!

At Deakin, we offer more than just a job — we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow — whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.

As a Coordinator, you will:

• Engage with a broad range of organisations within Life and Environmental Sciences, such as biomed, biotech, forensics science, environmental science, wildlife, and more.
• Maintain productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and key influential individuals both internal and external to the University.
• Plan and implement programs, effective communication strategies and initiatives designed to increase participation in work integrated learning and working collaboratively with other WIL Engagement Coordinators and Senior WIL Advisors
• Develop and implement practical, accessible solutions based on stakeholder needs to work integrated learning matters.
• Communicate with confidence using examples and the most appropriate influencing technique for a given situation to increase engagement, outcomes, understanding and support.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with substantial subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training preferably in the field of Life and Environmental Sciences.
• Experience working collaboratively and effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders and/or clients from the private sector, government and/or community sectors and students.
• Ability to comprehend, analysis and summarise complex information and effectively communicate the information to the relevant stakeholders.
• 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 and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Raf Rahman (Manager, Work Integrated Learning) on raf.rahman@deakin.edu.au

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

 PD- Coordinator WIL- 575108.pdf

Applications for this position close on  27^th  July 2025

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.