Global Leadership Program Advisor

THE ROLE

The Macquarie Global Leadership Program is seeking 2 Advisors for the Global Leadership Program Advisor role to join the high-performing Global Leadership Program team as a parental leave cover. The role offers an exciting mix of complex project management including event and trip management, relationship building both internal and external to the university, research and content development using best practice pedagogy, student guiding/mentoring, with some local travel.

About You

You are an active global citizen who loves people. You are engaged with the issues affecting the world today, such as sustainability, the future of work, innovation, human rights and equality, and want your job to have a positive social impact. You value collaboration and team outcomes while being able to work autonomously to achieve your goals. You have experience and/or interest in working with students and/or young people with several years working in complex project management.  You are adept in multiple communication styles and formats, including public speaking,  across a broad range of activities and mediums. You are able to juggle various projects and worktypes, both with competing deadlines, in a single day. You value human-centered design principles and are able to create engaging and impactful learning experiences for students that reflect the values and mission of the program and Macquarie University.  Given the 12-month contract nature, you are also a quick-learner and confident operator.

About Us

The GLP is a multi-internationally award-wining program and a flagship program of Macquarie University. It is a transformative Macquarie experience that motivates its students to become active global leaders. The GLP opens up new possibilities for its students by giving them a critical understanding of diverse issues and perspectives, as well as the skills and experiences they need to confidently connect and communicate across cultures. We work with a broad range of academics, non-government organisations, starts-ups, the private sector, diplomatic missions, and local government, giving variety and challenge to the role. The GLP sits within the Learning and Teaching Portfolio of Macquarie University.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that outlines how you meet to the selection criteria below:

• Completion of a Bachelor degree, preferably in a relevant field such as Sociology, International Studies, Communications, International Relations;
• Experience developing, implementing and evaluating projects or programs;
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, creativity and initiative to solve problems;
• Demonstrated experience in managing and motivating others (staff, students and/or volunteers);
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various groups and individuals to achieve your goals;
• Demonstrated understanding of contemporary global and social issues;
• Clear and influential communicator in both verbal and written formats

For position specific enquiries, including a copy of the position description: Anneke Rowe Courtemanche, Global Leadership Program Manager, anneke.rowe@mq.edu.au