Careers Advisor

Education Enterprise

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  Continuing, Full-Time
• $69,017 to $79,587 per annum (Level 5)
• Plus 17% employer superannuation
• Applicants must have ongoing full time work rights (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)

The University of New England (UNE), Armidale is a regionally based, globally networked university that is renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education. Currently there are over 26,000 students (84% of whom are distance/online students) and approximately 1,200 academic and general staff.

The UNE decadal strategic plan 2021-203, Future Fit, has been developed to guide the University to deliver on its enduring vision to support the aspirations of individuals in communities, and communities within regions, in a digital age Please visit: Future Fit 2021 - 2030

About the Role

The purpose of the Education Futures division is to drive academic excellence in a manner consistent with UNE's objectives to be a leader in the design, practice and delivery of distance and online education, and an acknowledged provider of research and scholarship which addresses issues of importance in a regional context. UNE must be identified as an organisation that successfully deploys digital technologies to support educational access and student success. Education Enterprise exists as a business unit to provide both leadership and partnership functions in the design of academic and educational enterprise with faculties and professional areas across all learning, teaching and assessment and, quality enhancement and assurance activities.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity for a Careers Advisor has become available in Education Enterprise where you will be responsible for assisting with the delivery of UNE Employability & Careers activities. The UNE Employability & Careers team provides assistance to students so they may understand their interests, aptitudes and goals in relation to their studies and career paths.

Skills and Experience

This role requires you to have extensive knowledge and/or experience in career education, case management, workshop presentation and use of social media platforms. You will have high level of analytical and problem solving skills and be experienced in working within complex rules and guidelines in relation to career education activities. In addition your ability to work both collaboratively and independently while exercising judgement and initiative will be key to your success in this role.

Additional Information

To discuss this opportunity, please contact the Careers Counselling Coordinator, Julia Perryman on phone 02 6773 5104, or email jperryma@une.edu.au.

About Armidale

Living in Armidale you will experience the best of both city and rural living. Enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle with access to shopping, gourmet food, top sporting facilities and cultural delights. You can live in the heart of Armidale or experience the tranquillity of the New England on a rural property.

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 7 March, 2021

Reference no: 221065

To Apply

Your application should be comprised of a one page cover letter, a current resume and a statement of suitability (up to 2-pages) explaining how you best meet the requirements of the role. Your examples should be based on previous performance and experiences and you should include an explanation around your level of involvement in the activity, what you have done, how, why, with whom and what the outcomes were.

Equity principles underpin all UNE policies and procedures. As a University committed to engaging a diverse workforce, UNE encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.