Peer Programs Officer

• Make a real impact on the student experience at Swinburne.
• Full time, ongoing role position based at our Hawthorn campus
• HEW 5 + 17% super and staff benefits

About the Role 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Peer Programs Officer to join the Student Transition team.

Help deliver high impact, peer led programs that foster student connection, confidence and success. In this hands-on coordination role, you’ll manage day to day operations across initiatives such as Peer Mentoring, Volunteering, Leadership and Orientation — from student leader recruitment and scheduling to communications and events.

If you’re highly organised, thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy improving programs through data, feedback and smart problem solving, this is your opportunity to shape inclusive student experiences and make a difference where it matters most.

About You  
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: 

•    Coordinate the planning, implementation, and evaluation of peer programs under general direction.
•    Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, engagement and matching of student leaders.
•    Contribute to the design and delivery of training and resources for student leaders.
•    Assist in delivering program communications, ensuring content is appropriately adapted, accurately distributed, and approved in line with established standards.
•    Organise and deliver events, activities and engagement initiatives that foster student belonging, connection and community.
•    Build and maintain effective relationships with students, volunteers, student leaders, and internal stakeholders to support successful program delivery.
•    Maintain and improve program processes, systems, records and schedules, ensuring effective administration, accurate participant data and continuous improvement.
•    Support program delivery by collecting and analysing data, highlighting trends and operational issues, and contributing insights to inform continuous improvement.
•    Prepare reports and provide evidence-based recommendations for program enhancement.
For more information, please refer to the job description.

Qualifications
•    Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience or
•    A diploma with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or
•    A certificate with extensive experience in a related field, or
•    An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience.

About Swinburne University of Technology 
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.   

What We Offer You!
•    Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 
•    Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
•    Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.
 
Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply 
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.  

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

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at ***************@swin.edu.au. 

Applications Close: September 14th at 11.30 pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Swinburne is proud to be recognised as an AWEI Gold Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where LGBTQIA+ employees, students and communities can thrive.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact ***************@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only.  General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to ***************@swin.edu.au. 

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.  

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

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