SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES
BASED AT BOTH THE MOUNT LAWLEY CAMPUS AND CITY CAMPUS
$115,042 to $129,573 PER ANNUM PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION
FIXED TERM, FULL-TIME (12 Months)

Overview

Seize the opportunity to join our dynamic team shaping the future of higher education as we introduce you to ECU City Campus, a ground-breaking $853m campus development in the heart of Perth. We are on the hunt for an extraordinary Coordinator who is solutions orientated with a keen eye for detail and exceptional organisational skills. At ECU, this is more than just a job; it is your chance to be a part of an era-defining project that will revolutionise learning environments and create a lasting impact on students, staff and the wider Perth community.

Your role will be pivotal in translating our ambitious goals into actionable milestones. The oversight and meticulous coordination you will provide will span a myriad of projects, processes and activities. You will become a leader in transparency and governance, effectively monitoring program dynamics such as resources, timelines, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder management.

In essence, you will be at the heart of ECU’s biggest project yet that is not just about bricks and mortar, but about building a facility that shapes the leaders of tomorrow. Everything you do will make a difference to students, staff, and community, as we work collectively to bring ECU City to life.

About You

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project coordination, preferably within a large organisation or a tertiary education environment, with a background in service delivery and operational development. Strong change management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders are essential. They will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a proactive, solution-focused approach. Previous experience in production management—particularly in performing or creative arts environments—would be highly advantageous, given the nature of the role. The role involves improving efficiency, supporting staffing, training, and compliance, and working collaboratively to develop a new Shared Loans Services Delivery Model for the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) and the Creative Humanities disciplines of the School of Arts and Humanities (SAH).

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.

About the school and the university

Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a young and progressive university with a strong reputation for excellence in teaching. ECU has been rated the maximum of five stars for teaching quality by their graduates for 18 years in a row, making ECU one of the few universities in Australia to achieve such a consistently high rating. ECU’s reputation for teaching quality and student experience has been built on the productive relationships they have with their students, industry, communities, and alumni – sharing knowledge for the benefit of all.

Inclusion and diversity

Edith Cowan University is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting and celebrating the differences in our society. Strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds and are committed to sustaining a workplace where we value our people, celebrate everyone’s contributions to success, and work together on overcoming our challenges. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Benefits & Remuneration

This full time, fixed term position attracts remuneration of $115,042 to $129,573 per annum plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.

You will be based at ECU Mount Lawley Campus in 2025 and will be required to travel to ECU’s Joondalup and City Campuses on occasion. From January 2026, this role will be based at ECU City Campus

Contact

Interested applicants are welcome to contact Ana Trenwith – City Campus Transition Lead at [email protected] for more information.

How to Apply

Please upload your resume along with a covering letter outlining why you believe you would be a great match for this role, with specific reference to the “About you” attributes listed in this advertisement. Further information about the role can also be found in the Position Description.

Closing Date:

Applications close on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 at 11.30pm AWST.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.