• Promote the study of mathematics and science to Victorian school students
• Fixed Term until 31^st December 2020
• Part time 60% role or 3 days per week
• Located at La Trobe University Bundoora campus
• 77,999 - $84,155 p.a. pro rata plus up to 17% superannuation

In2science increases engagement in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths by placing volunteer university students in school science and mathematics classes over a 10-week period. The program runs collaboratively across five universities.

In this role

You will be the central point of call for all matters relating to the In2science program and its operation at La Trobe University and coordinate the operations of the In2science project:

• Ensuring participating schools fully understand the role of the Mentors and the aims of the program; promote and raise awareness of the program to the wider university and local community.
• Engaging and coordinating La Trobe University Mentor placements by recruiting appropriate tertiary students to participate; organise and conduct the training of new Peer Mentors.
• Implementing and collating placement evaluations; maintaining a database of placement records and schools associated with the program.

The candidate

You will possess demonstrated ability to set priorities and track multiple workflows within your area of responsibility and with excellent attention to detail. Proven communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a dynamic environment together with experience working in School and/or Tertiary environments is required. Proficient IT skills and ability to learn new programs quickly will see you succeed in this role.

Experience in student recruitment for volunteer programs is highly desirable.

Benefits

Please click on this link for a full list of Benefits http://www.latrobe.edu.au/jobs/working/benefits

Closing date: 11 pm Sunday 19^th April 2020

Position Enquiries: Robyn Gamble, Telephone: 03 9479 2237 Email: r.gamble2@latrobe.edu.au

This position is open to people with a valid full-time working visa.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

La Trobe University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

For further enquiries on how to apply for this role, please contact Recruitment Partner Justin Bolton on +61 (03) 9479 1073

To apply and to view position description please visit http://www.latrobe.edu.au/jobs and search for job number 559569 under current vacancies.