"Program Officer"

Role type: Full-time; Fixed term for 12 months

Faculty: Arts

Salary: UOM 6 - $98,870 - $107,023 p.a. plus 17% super

• Enhance student experience / Collaborate across diverse teams / Develop valuable program management skills
• Apply now to shape the future of student support and leadership at the University of Melbourne
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

As a Program Officer in the Academic Support Office at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a crucial role in delivering key student experience initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to coordinate the Melbourne Peer Mentor Program and support the Arts Leadership Community, working closely with diverse stakeholders to enhance student engagement and success. This role offers you the chance to directly impact student wellbeing and development while gaining valuable experience in program management and administration within a leading academic institution.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver Student Experience Programs: Coordinate the Melbourne Peer Mentor Program and support the Arts Leadership Community, ensuring smooth operation and student engagement.
• Provide Administrative Support: Manage program data, respond to enquiries, and maintain accurate records using enterprise-wide platforms.
• Monitor and Report Program Effectiveness: Track student participation, gather feedback, and provide insights to improve program outcomes.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with faculty colleagues and university-wide networks to support key student experience activities.

You may be a great fit if: You are a dedicated professional with a bachelor's degree and relevant experience, possessing excellent communication and organisational skills, and a passion for enhancing the student experience in a university setting.

You may also: Have a bachelor's degree with relevant experience in administrative or student services roles. Possess strong proficiency in enterprise systems like Salesforce and Microsoft Excel. Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Have experience working collaboratively in a team environment. Show a commitment to improving student experiences and wellbeing. Exhibit strong written and oral communication skills.

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. Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members! For more information check out our benefits page!

Your New Team – Faculty of Arts The Faculty of Arts is a leading academic community dedicated to exploring and understanding the complexities of our ever-changing world. Our five schools, including the Asia Institute, School of Culture and Communication, School of Historical and Philosophical Studies, School of Languages and Linguistics, and School of Social and Political Sciences, house renowned researchers and intellectually engaged students. We embrace diversity and inclusion, actively welcoming and valuing the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds to achieve our vision.