Targeted role

• Support the formation and development of University-wide researcher networks
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander targeted position*
• Full-time, continuing position at level HEW 7 ($90,271 - $97,713 p.a plus 17% superannuation)
• Based at the City campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

Our Culture

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

What unites us is our purpose and our values; Imagination, Agility, Courage, Passion, Impact, Inclusion which are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.

We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work.

RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment.

About the Portfolio

The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships, grants and research contracts, funding opportunities, capability development, research training, ethics and integrity, intellectual property, commercialisation, internships, communication and profile. Research & Innovation Capability sits within this Portfolio and builds strategic capability and capacity to drive research excellence and create impact from research.

About the role

As Coordinator, Strategic Capability Initiatives, you will support the formation and ongoing development of University-wide researcher networks through outreach, coordination, and delivery support. Networks are key to this role in providing opportunities for collaboration, career development, and the overall enhancement of RMIT's research and innovation capability.

You will support the coordination and delivery of key researcher support programs and be involved in providing targeted support to eligible researchers.

To be successful in this position, you will be required to have the following:

• Must identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Excellent communication, influencing and interpersonal skills that support an effective working relationship with internal and external groups and individuals.
• High-level of organisational and time management skills, with proven ability to organise and prioritise work and complete tasks with tight timeframes.
• Advanced written communication skills, including the ability to prepare high level correspondence, reports, advisory notes and the delivery of information sessions/presentations.
• A service excellence mindset, with a focus on delivering high quality results for the needs associated with all stakeholders (internal and external).
• High-level problem-solving skills with the capacity to identify and manage sensitive issues.

Qualifications:

• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant work experience.

* This is a Targeted position and an affirmative measure therefore ONLY open to applicants of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage in accordance with an exemption granted under section 12 of the Vic - Equal Opportunity Act 2010. This is a recruitment strategy to increase Aboriginal workforce. The successful applicant is required to provide confirmation of their Australian Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander heritage.

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children check.

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and brief covering letter addressing your interest and suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' button. For further information please reach out to Riaan Lourens, Manager Strategic Capability via email Riaan.lourens@rmit.edu.au

Applications close: 11:59 pm (AEST) Sunday 22 August 2021