Griffith University

Higher Education

ProjectOfficer

A$75–95k ~AI est. Nathan, Queensland, Australia CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for entry candidates.

The Brief

“Project Officer at Griffith University. Skills: Stakeholder engagement, Program delivery, Industry liaison. Develop policies and processes. Implement policies and processes”

What You'll Achieve.

Achieve program KPIs; Increase efficiency; Reduce administrative workload

Industry & Context.

Higher Education
Problems you'll solve

Solutions-focused

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Experience in program coordination, Stakeholder engagement experience, Experience in education or industry partnerships

What You'll Do.

Develop policies and processes

Implement policies and processes

Define stakeholder roles

Define stakeholder responsibilities

Support program KPIs achievement

Report on program KPIs

Coordinate between students and industry

Coordinate between students and university

Coordinate between industry and university

Build relationships with industry partners

Maintain relationships with industry partners

Create student placement opportunities

Facilitate student placement opportunities

Ensure academic alignment with industry

Coordinate training activities

Coordinate development activities

Coordinate events for students

Organise networking opportunities

Organise engagement opportunities

Provide communication to students

Provide guidance to students

Provide support to students

Design program systems

Implement program systems

Maintain program systems

Design program documentation

Implement program documentation

Maintain program documentation

Design program processes

Implement program processes

Maintain program processes

Identify automation opportunities

Implement automation opportunities

Identify process improvement opportunities

Implement process improvement opportunities

Prepare program performance reports

Deliver program performance reports

Prepare key metrics reports

Deliver key metrics reports

Support operational activities

Support strategic activities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Internal university teams; Industry representatives; Diverse stakeholder groups

Communication Scope

Clear messaging; Consistent messaging

Process & Methodology

Program coordination

Full Job Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. About the Opportunity This role provides project and operational support to the School of Engineering and Built Environment, with a strong focus on engaging new industries to secure paid student internships within the advanced program. It contributes to key priorities and strategic initiatives while facilitating communication and coordination across internal and external stakeholders, acting as a central contact for project-related matters. The position also supports the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of initiatives, promoting consistency, transparency, and efficiency across operations. Key Responsibilities * Develop and implement policies, processes, and frameworks that clearly define stakeholder roles and responsibilities to support effective program delivery. * Monitor and support achievement of program KPIs through structured tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Act as a central coordination point between students, industry partners, and internal university services to ensure seamless program delivery. * Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective industry partners. * Collaborate with central university teams to create and facilitate paid student placement opportunities. * Ensure alignment between academic program requirements and industry expectations. * Coordinate training, development activities, and events to enhance student readiness for industry placements. * Organise networking and engagemen

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