Snr Coordinator Educational Partnerships

Job No.:569917

Work type:Fixed Term

• Part time 0.4FTE
• Fixed Term (until 31/12/2026)
• Bendigo Campus
• Salary HEO7 starting from $103171 plus 17% superannuation (Pro-rated for part time)

About the position
An integral role within the Educational Partnerships Program this role will deliver programs that aim to familiarise participants of diverse backgrounds with higher education; inform their aspirations to access and participate in higher education and build their confidence to achieve through academic and study discipline immersion.

• Develop organise and facilitate outreach activities particularly for secondary school students that align with the strategic goals of the Educational Partnerships Program and wider University strategy.
• Provide both academic and broader support to students undertaking university curriculum in partner schools including those undertaking VCE (VM);
• Provide outreach to broader partner organisations which may include VET providers community service organisations and other organisations;
• Collaborate actively with colleagues from La Trobe University Schools to develop and deliver engagement activities that align with relevant curriculum and school course portfolio strategy;
• Manage student leaders providing mentoring and engagement activities into schools on behalf of La Trobe;
• Contribute to the monitoring analysis and evaluation of activities
• Provide targeted advice to teachers and students regarding pathways to study at La Trobe.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position you will have

• A formal school or tertiary teaching qualification e.g. or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge training and/or experience.
• Proven ability to develop implement and refine innovative activities that raise achievement awareness and higher education aspirations particularly for under-represented students.
• High level interpersonal skills especially the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively across partner schools and the University.
• Demonstrated experience in program/event management and development and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties skills and experiencerequiredfor this position.

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Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation

• Flexible work arrangements

• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:By 11:55pmon Wednesday 4th February 2026

PositionEnquiries: Philip Guerin Manager Strategic and Equity Outreach Partnerships

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Recruitment Enquiries:

Only candidates withFullWorkingRights in Australiamay apply for this position.

Pleasesubmitan online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter
• An up-to-date resume and;
• A separate document addressing the five Essential criteria listed below:
  • A formal school or tertiary teaching qualification e.g. or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge training and/or experience.
  • Proven ability to develop implement and refine innovative activities that raise achievement awareness and higher education aspirations particularly for under-represented students.
  • High level interpersonal skills especially the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively across partner schools and the University.
  • Demonstrated experience in program/event management and development and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
  • Demonstrated commitment to social justice.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative global university where youll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses the perfect hub for industry students and academics
• Help transform the lives of students partners and communities now and in the future

La Trobes Cultural Qualities:

La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for or found to have engaged in gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence harassment abuse or threats based on gender that results in or is likely to result in harm coercion control fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.