Fieldwork Officer - Perth, Australia - Curtin University of Technology

Curtin University of Technology

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Perth, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

$77,746 - $85,046 (G05) pro-rata plus 17% Superannuation

2 x Fulltime permanent + 1 x Fulltime, fixed term (until Dec 2024)
Parttime can also be considered for this role at Curtin

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Your new role

The Faculty of Health Sciences has three exciting opportunities for
Fieldwork Officers to join the team in 2 x full-time OR part-time permanent and 1 x full-time OR part-time fixed-term (until Dec 2024) roles.

In this role, you will coordinate the administrative requirements of the Faculty's fieldwork courses.

You will also work with academic course/unit coordinators with the management of placement allocations and timetabling, and liaise with students and fieldwork industry partners to resolve day-to-day operational issues associated with fieldwork.

As the
Fieldwork Officer, your previous experience with SONIA or similar software or database administration in a tertiary environment will be beneficial to your success in this position.

In this role you will, but not limited to:

Review and maintain data in the SONIA placement management software, including extracting and analysing data and compiling reports.
Manage verbal and written communication with fieldwork industry partners and students before, during and after completion of fieldwork.
Assist the Fieldwork Coordinator with the preparation, scheduling and coordination of timetabling of student placements.
Advise students regarding travel requirements for fieldwork placements.
Coordinate and organise workshops, training programs and seminars for students and staff and industry fieldwork partners.
Provide accurate and timely advice/guidance to internal and industry fieldwork partners regarding policies and procedures related to fieldwork placements.

Selection Criteria

A diploma qualification and considerable relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Demonstrated interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to deal with others sensitively and constructively and to develop and maintain effective professional working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
Welldeveloped organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple and often competing tasks to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated written communication skills with the ability to draft a range of correspondence and documentation which is clear and concise.
Demonstrated ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgment in the resolution of day to day issues arising.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously with limited direction.

Desirable

Previous experience in the higher education sector in a student focussed role.
Previous experience working with SONIA placement system.
Experience with Student One information system.

About us

Curtin's Faculty of Health Sciences has four academic schools that deliver a range of undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree by research (HDR) courses.

The four academic Schools are Curtin Medical School, Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin School of Nursing and Curtin School of Population Health.

Together, the four schools educate more health professionals than any other Western Australian tertiary institution.

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research.

Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.

We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.

Join us

Please provide a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (as outlined in the Position Description), and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

To view a copy of the Position Description, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser.

Applications close:
Sunday, 24 March 2024, at 10:00 pm (AWST)
You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role. _Only in limited situations will visa sponsorship situations be considered._