• Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed-term until December 31^st 2025
• HEW 6 $92,573 - $99,972 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across five campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

The Senior Officer, Partnerships and Engagement will be instrumental in delivering the Indian Institute of Technology Madras-Deakin University Research Academy by providing high-level administrative support and strategic advice to a variety of university stakeholders. You’ll oversee the implementation of various programs, working closely with the Project Manager and relevant divisions to plan research workshops and events. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact in a dynamic team environment.

As a Senior Officer, Partnerships and Engagement, you will:

• Develop and provide the necessary documentation and reporting to support the management and coordination of the program and/or project.
• Prepare and monitor program and/or project schedules, resources, and provide progress and status reports and manage changes as they arise.
• Maintain accurate records of activities managed by the program and/or project team which may include, but is not limited to symposiums, workshops, partner visits, and academic events.
• Build new and productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders or key and influential individuals across the university.
• Communicate with confidence using examples and the most appropriate influencing technique for a given situation to increase understanding and support.
• Seek feedback on improvement opportunities from a diverse range of key stakeholders and implement change through appropriate channels and overcomes obstacles to change.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge in Higher Education or a Tertiary environment; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in operating in a high-pressure, diverse environment involving face-to-face, online, phone and written issues.
• Experience in administration and related activities in a large organisation with complex administrative structures, policies and procedures preferably within the higher education sector.
• Experience collaborating with international partners, demonstrating an understanding of diverse working cultures, and adapting effectively to different contexts (Desired).
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in MS Teams, Qualtrics, and Microsoft Forms, or ability and willingness to quickly learn new software programs.

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 Sahar Naghashian (Project Manager) on sahar.naghashian@deakin.edu.au

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

 FINAL JF PD - Senior Officer, Partnerships - SEBE.pdf

Applications for this position close on 20th January 2025 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.