Key Responsibilities:

• Assists the delivery and implementation of the Association’s development programmes, including English Conversation Group (ECG), Leadership Education Advocacy and Development (L.E.A.D.), Student Staff Partnership (SSP) and more.
• Communicate and coordinate with Student Leads on the curriculum and pedagogical designs of ECG, L.E.A.D. and SSP, and assisting with the respective programmes.
• Assist Student Leads in developing learning management database for the various development programmes, with programme content, talent recruitment, and resources.
• Report and attend various committees, as required by the Association structure.
• Provide key qualitative and quantitative data across all programmes for Association reporting and to inform future development programmes’ delivery practices.
• Engage in student-centred design practices and maintain an active and positive tertiary experience.
• Other activities that enhance the public confidence in the quality of the Associations’ development programmes.

Note: The outlined duties and responsibilities serve as a reference of the work, and are subject to change, with the possibility of additional duties and responsibilities assigned as per the necessity and requirements to fulfil the role.

Specific position requirements::

• Part-Time working rights in Australia.
• A minimum of 20 hours per week to fulfil the responsibilities.
• A Postgraduate qualification (AQF Level 9 or above).

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:

• Experience in project management and event coordination.
• Capacity to work in a challenging environment and to respond flexibly to rapidly changing educational situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work within a professional and motivated environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms for communication and coordination.
• Understanding of innovative pedagogical theory, emerging technologies, and scaffolded perspective in the design, delivery and evaluation of development strategies and services.
• A commitment to working from a student-centred framework.
• Ability to adapt to changes in a fast- paced student-led organisation, and effectively meet new challenges as they arise.

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience in coordinating or participating in academic or student development programmes.
• Experience in curriculum design and the development of learning management systems.
• Proven ability to manage resources effectively and execute programme sessions.
• Prior involvement in planning and executing academic events.
• Ability to engage with diverse student groups and promote inclusivity in programme activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Commitment to enhancing the overall student experience through innovative and effective development programmes.
• Previous experience or familiarity with student-led organisations, unions or associations in the tertiary sector.

Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the outlined eligibility criteria before submitting their applications. The Association of Postgraduate Students Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.