Co-curricular Lead

• Design and deliver co-curricular programs for various student cohorts across the University

• Full-time, fixed term 12-month contract with an ideal start date of early December 2022

• Base Salary $111,966 to $126,271 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

As the Co-curricular Lead, you will design and deliver co-curricular programs for various student cohorts across the University, including peer mentoring, leadership programs and international student support.

If you’re someone who enjoys working in a team of like-minded individuals to create an impactful learning experience for University of Sydney students, this is the role for you. 

Reporting to the Head of Student Life and leading a small team, your key responsibilities will be to:

• collaborate with the Student Life team to develop programs, initiatives, and events for co-curricular programs

• partner with students to ensure student-centric approaches

• coordinate university-wide approach to co-curricular programs and work with stakeholders across Faculties and PSUs

• develop communications to increase awareness and effectiveness of co-curricular programs

• collaborate with the Managers within PVC Student Life Cluster to develop and deliver programs

• work with the Analytics team to understand metrics & develop student support strategies & programs

• maintain relationships with student societies & understand policies & frameworks governing student societies.

About you

• experience in student careers, wellbeing promotion, or prevention work in tertiary education

• proven ability to run large-scale participation programs, including content development

• knowledge of relevant legislation obligations affecting students with mental health and wellbeing issues

• experience planning and developing events and ability to manage competing priorities

• strong stakeholder engagement skills within medium to large organisations

• proven experience leading, mentoring and managing small teams.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Rachel Strong, Recruitment Operations, on 02 8627 7612 or by email to rachel.strong@sydney.edu.au

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