Project Officer, Admissions

• Full-time, Fixed Term position until 30 May 2025

• Salary Level HEW 6 ($85,948 – $93,035 p.a.) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

About the Role
Are you passionate about making a significant impact in the educational sector? We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and skilled Project Officer in Admissions to join our International and Engagement Portfolio team. This pivotal role will involve you working closely with our operational units, particularly within the Pathways and Operations teams, to lead and drive system-based projects that enhance the admissions processes for both international and domestic students. Your role is at the heart of our admissions efficiency, focusing on operational analysis and process optimisation to elevate the university’s activities. This role offers you the chance to leverage your skills in system operational analysis and process advice to improve the university’s initiatives, focusing particularly on the annual VTAC cycle management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on admissions-related projects, with a special focus on VTAC and ongoing operational activities.

• Ensure data integrity by validating information across our primary admissions systems.

• Offer expert advice on student administration processes and participate in system development projects, including User Acceptance Testing and business requirement documentation.

• Flexibility to work outside regular hours or weekends during peak periods to meet project deadlines.

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:

• Demonstrated ability to undertake system analysis; data analysis and troubleshoot issues.

• Proficient in databases, reporting tools, and understanding the impact on administrative processes.

• Skilled in system linkage and eager to drive process improvements.

• Ability to prioritise work and to manage conflicting deadlines without compromising quality.

• A strong team player who values collaboration and can offer guidance based on experience.

• Effective communicator, capable of documenting and presenting solutions and processes to a wide-ranging internal audience.

• Understanding the process used for gathering business requirements for projects, would be an advantage but not essential.

• Background in Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training sectors, preferably in admissions and selection processes.

• Understanding of VTAC policy and protocols, and experience using VTAC systems (ViaOnline ) for the purposes of maintaining published course offerings and undertaking student selection, is preferred, but not mandatory.

• Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree and/or substantial relevant experience are required; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Please see the Position Description for further selection criteria.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the International and Engagement Portfolio

The International and Engagement portfolio is responsible for RMIT’s international strategy and agenda, including international development and partnerships and oversight of our international operations including RMIT Vietnam and RMIT Europe. It also incorporates the University’s key engagement functions including communications, experience (global marketing, global student recruitment, alumni), and business development and partnerships.

The Experience function’s vision is to bring to life RMIT’s 2020 strategy by putting the student at the centre of everything we do, creating a unique brand proposition, developing integrated deep insights for all of our global students, and cultivating a differentiated and relevant service experience for all audiences.

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To Apply 

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below. 

Position Description – Project Officer, Admissions

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Applications close on Tuesday 2 April 2024 at 11.59 pm.

Applications Close:
2 Apr 2024 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to  being  a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Isla n der community.  

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