Macquarie University

Manager,SupportforStudents

$126–141k North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia FULL TIME
The Brief

“Manager, Support for Students at Macquarie University. Manage the effective delivery of University’s central support for students operations. Manage the effective delivery of central transition and retention initiatives”

What You'll Achieve.

Create an optimal student support framework

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Methodical and consultative approach

Eligibility Requirements

Campus-based (on-site), student-facing role, Working With Children Check

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Degree or equivalent experience in business, education, finance, law or related discipline, Knowledge of the Australian higher education system, Expert knowledge of policies, processes and best practice relating to student engagement, transition and support within the higher education sector, Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret data from student engagement initiatives, including calling campaigns and advocacy support requests, to inform reporting, identify emerging trends, and develop evidence-based support strategies, Expert knowledge of the University's policies and processes relating to commencement, orientation and student engagement, Extensive experience in leading and successfully implementing project and change programs and initiatives, Ability to build and manage partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders, Working With Children Check

What You'll Do.

Manage the effective delivery of University’s central support for students operations

Manage the effective delivery of central transition and retention initiatives

Develop and implement best practice support for students at risk

Develop and manage end to end initiatives to support students at risk

Manage the coordination of the University’s delivery of dedicated orientation and social programs

design and continuous improvement of the University’s central support for students at risk program

Manage the Student Advocate team

Analyse and report on advocacy support requests

Ensure support for students programs and initiatives comply with ESOS Act and TEQSA requirements

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with Faculty support for students programs; Communicate with stakeholders at all levels; Build and manage partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders

Communication Scope

Effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels

Process & Methodology

Leading and successfully implementing project and change programs and initiatives

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