Curriculum and Accreditation Officer

- Full-time, fixed term (18 Months) position
- Gold Coast, Lismore or Coffs Harbour location choices
- Remuneration up to $104,969, including 17% superannuation

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is positively impacting our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and we pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education is seeking a Curriculum and Accreditation Coordinator to join their team to support the accreditation and development activities of new and uniquely structured courses. Your core responsibilities will be:

• In collaboration with stakeholders, support course and unit development, change and review processes in accordance with relevant University policies and Academic Board requirements.
• Under the guidance of the Faculty Manager, collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders and facilitate the application processes for course accreditation with external accrediting bodies.
• Draft, proof, edit and format submissions and coordinate accrediting body site visits as required.
• Liaise across the Faculty and University regarding implementing new courses and course changes, including student progression and transition.

You will be a proactive, detail-oriented professional with project management and communication skills. You will have experience coordinating accreditation processes and working collaboratively with various stakeholders. Specifically, you will have:

• A relevant qualification and at least two years’ experience in course accreditation administration or a similar process
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret information and provide recommendations
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with a proven track record in preparing accreditation submissions
• A demonstrated ability to manage projects, meet deadlines, and engage stakeholders effectively

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, fixed term (18 Months)
• Located at either Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450, Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480.
• HEW Level 5. The base salary ranges from $80,737 - $89,717 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $104,969.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to help you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please contact [email protected].  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with unrestricted work rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

To view the full position advertisement and details of the application process, please click on the APPLY button where you will be redirected to the Southern Cross University website.

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT, 17 November 2024

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who are LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

Use the position description link below to access further information about the selection criteria for this role. You will need to submit complete responses to the selection criteria with your application, including providing examples where relevant. Please prepare these and submit each response when prompted in your online application submission.