Curriculum Administration Advisor

Curtin University

Bentley, Perth WA

Administrative Assistants (Administration and Office Support)

Other (Education and Training)

Full time

83,283 - 91,103 (G05) per annum, plus 17% supera

About the Role: 

As a Curriculum Administration Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that curriculum proposals align with university policies, procedures and relevant government legislation.

You will provide expert guidance to our academic and professional staff community, use our curriculum management system (AKARI), create, and maintain essential documentation to facilitate a seamless curriculum approval process and be responsible for determining the appropriate approval process for proposed curriculum change/development.

The role is responsible for quality assurance and compliance checking of study packages to support accurate configuration in systems, content for publications, compliance, and governance. You will ensure effective implementation of changes within Curtin systems that supports administration of students whilst remaining compliant.  

Your responsibilities will include:

Assist users in utilising the curriculum management system (AKARI) for curriculum approval processes, guiding stakeholders through the end-to-end process

Develop and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate effective curriculum management

Provide expert advice in a professional and confident manner to professional and academic staff of all levels, regarding University curriculum management procedures and policies

Review curriculum proposals to ensure they comply with University policies, procedures, and deadlines

Verify curriculum information and prepare and finalise documentation supporting curriculum development and proposals, for presentation at University Committees (both Faculty and central Committees)

Represent the Curriculum Management and Quality team at Faculty Courses Committee meetings

Contribute to other projects and initiatives to enhance curriculum administration practices and systems

Who we are looking for (selection criteria):

Completion of a relevant qualification and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education training

Experience working with large databases, systems and information management processes, with the ability to learn new systems and processes as required

Ability to investigate and analyse data, and write and present reports

Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders

Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with staff at all levels

Previous experience in a similar role in the higher education sector is desirable but not essential

Role Requirements:

As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role

Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

Office of the Academic Registrar

The Office of the Academic Registrar at Curtin University supports and facilitates the universities governance functions, with regard to both internal and external reporting requirements. The registrar's role spans both the academic and administrative processes whose duties and powers are set out in the University's statutes. These include but are not limited to: the promulgation, consistent application of, and compliance with, policies relating to students, student discipline and grievances, and student services.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2024 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/ 

What We Offer You:

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. 

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