Project Officer – Agri-Tech Education

Date: 21-Oct-2022

Job Location:

Rockhampton, QLD, AU

Company:
Central Queensland University

About this Opportunity

• Fixed Term (until 01.12.2023), Full Time
• School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Salary Range $83,016 to $89,408 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading (Total Remuneration $98,242 pa to $105,806 pa including superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Do you have a strong agricultural background and qualifications and have well developed administrative, communications & engagement skills?  The School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences is seeking a skilled professional to provide support to key Agri-Tech Education projects and team members. 

The Agri-Tech team is responsible for innovative programs which are aimed at increasing the skills and knowledge of the current and next generation agricultural workforce in Agri-tech tools and systems. We work with key stakeholders across the agricultural industry to develop and implement a range of learning opportunities for educators, students and those working in the agricultural industry to build their capacity to use data and technology to support decision making across the supply chain. All of our projects aim to showcase the scientific and digital skills required in the agricultural industry to upskill the current agricultural workforce and attract the next generation to work in the food and fibre production sector.

You will work to ensure key project milestones are met, and develop and deliver resources and activities which promote the successful delivery of high profile activities and projects.  You will also play a major role in the development and implementation of public relations and communication strategies which promote engagement with these projects.

Position Requirements

• Proven communications/public relations skills with ability to implement communication and engagement strategies using multiple platforms and media;
• Proven ability to draft and collate visually appealing documents and reports for management;
• Proven ability to support projects, ensuring key milestones are met and obligations are met
• Ability to communicate effectively to stakeholders at all levels, and an ability to interpret and translate industry issues to others.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a research support role on agricultural education and extension research projects to collect data, as well as actively participating as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the position description .

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday 6 November 2022. 

Job Requisition ID: 2403

Contact Details: 

Amy Cosby

0405824112

[email protected]

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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