Coordinator, CPD & International Engagement

at  University of Melbourne

Job no: 0062610
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
School:Melbourne Dental School
Salary: UOM 6 – $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super

As required by clause 1.15.9 of the 2024 EA, after seven days of internal advertising, current casual or fixed-term employees of the University will be provided with prior opportunity to apply for and be considered for vacant continuing positions if they meet the following criteria:

• they have been employed by the University over two or more semesters and over two consecutive calendar years,
• they have been employed on a 0.5 FTE or more time fraction, and
• they have the skills, experience, qualifications, and expertise required by the Selection Criteria.

In addition, redeployment candidates will be given a prior opportunity under the Recruitment and Appointment Policy together; this cohort is known as Priority Candidates.

• Manage administrative support for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and International Engagement activities at Melbourne Dental School.
• Balance diverse responsibilities while contributing to strategic growth in international engagement and professional development programs.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional organisational and communication skills, effectively collaborating with stakeholders to support CPD programs and international engagement initiatives. They will excel in managing course logistics, budgeting, marketing, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring efficient operations and fostering strong relationships with both internal and external partners.

You will also have:

• A completed degree with substantial relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and or education and training.
• Highly developed computer literacy, including advanced use of MS Office, particularly word and excel, and experience with other applications such as zoom and web editing software to enable the production of high quality documents
• Proven ability to work independently on a diverse range of activities, as well as part of a team.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn’t have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Coordinator Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and International Engagement at the Melbourne Dental School (MDS) manages administrative support for both CPD and international engagement activities, reporting to the Manager, International Engagement. This role involves collaborating with the CPD Coordinator, Academic Lead for CPD, and MDS Director International to coordinate CPD programs, track financial activities, and liaise with stakeholders to ensure successful course delivery and industry sponsorship, supporting the School’s strategic direction and new University initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Establish and maintain appropriate processes and systems to support the CPD program.
• Oversee the annual planning process for the CPD program suite of courses.
• Lead development and delivery of programs for international visiting delegations to MDS.
• Provide efficient, effective, and accurate information to CPD participants, presenters and guest speakers to support CPD activities.

IF YOU FEEL THIS ROLE IS RIGHT FOR YOU, PLEASE APPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the )
  ^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
  If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity 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.
  If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the .
  Applications close: 25 June 2024 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.
  Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.
  : 0062610 - Coordinator CPD and International Engagement PD.pdf
  Advertised: 28 May 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
  Applications close: 25 Jun 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time