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Project Officer

Slade Group
Clayton, VIC, Australia
A$65 p/h + 12% superannuation
Above market
Education & Training → Student Services
Contract
Hybrid

Posted 19 hours ago


About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Project Officer, you will manage the end-to-end delivery of outreach initiatives designed to increase university participation among students from low socio-economic and underrepresented communities.

You will be the key point of contact for schools, teachers, student mentors and secondary school participants, ensuring programs are delivered effectively and professionally.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering outreach activities that build aspiration and readiness for higher education
  • Coordinating school engagement and mentoring programs
  • Planning and delivering presentations and workshops in schools and on campus
  • Supporting and training student mentors and mentor leaders
  • Managing program administration, reporting and data collection
  • Analysing program evaluations and identifying opportunities for improvement
  • Maintaining strong stakeholder relationships with schools and community partners

Travel to schools and other campuses will be required.

About You
You are highly organised, proactive and confident working with a range of stakeholders in educational environments.

You will demonstrate:

  • Relevant qualifications and/or experience in project or program coordination
  • Experience working with schools or within the Australian education sector
  • Understanding of challenges faced by under-represented/low SES student groups
  • Strong verbal & written communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Experience collecting and analysing data to support reporting and program improvement
  • Strong administrative and Microsoft Office skills

Essential Requirements

  • Current Employee Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain one)
  • Valid Australian Driver’s Licence
  • Ability to travel as required
  • Flexibility during peak delivery periods

This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful, measurable change in the education sector. You’ll join a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where your work directly supports students in accessing higher education and expanding their future opportunities.

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About Slade Group

Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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