"Engagement Officer for MedTech Programmes"

Role type:

Full-time; Fixed term to 31 March 2027

Faculty:

Engineering and Information Technology

School:

Chemical and Biomedical Engineering

Salary:

$100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super

• Foster student connections / Develop innovative medtech training programmes / Collaborate with leading institutions

Apply now to lead impactful student engagement programmes and advance your career in the medtech sector

Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

As the Engagement Officer for MedTech Programmes, you will play a key role in driving student engagement initiatives within the Victorian Medtech Skills & Devices Hub. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with student societies, industry partners, and external stakeholders to promote VMH activities, manage internship programmes, and coordinate engaging events. This role offers a platform for you to enhance your skills in stakeholder management and event coordination, contributing to the growth of the medtech industry.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate Student Engagement: Assist with internship matching, event execution, and student-focused communications.
• Manage Partnerships and Collaborations: Build relationships with student societies and facilitate collaborative events and promotions.
• Provide Administrative Support: Maintain stakeholder databases, take minutes at meetings, and support various projects.
• Promote VMH Activities: Develop digital communications and attend events to promote VMH education and internship programmes.

You may be a great fit if:

You will have extensive experience in events management and community engagement, with the ability to build collaborative relationships and manage stakeholder interactions effectively.

You may also:

• Have a degree with relevant experience in events or community engagement.
• Possess strong organisational and time management skills, able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate proficiency in social media platforms and Microsoft Office suite.
• Be adept at exercising judgement and maintaining confidentiality and initiative.
• Have knowledge or experience in the higher education or medtech sector.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering

The School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering encompasses both the Department of Chemical Engineering and the Department of Biomedical Engineering. This fusion of engineering disciplines provides a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment that is world leading in both research and teaching.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)

^{For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria}

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

Position Description: JR-008739 Engagement Co-ordinator PD.pdf