Development Coordinator

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Development Coordinator. Terms and conditions vacancy

The Institute of Continuing& TESOL Education

The Institute of Continuing & TESOL Education (ICTE-UQ) is a highly recognised and acknowledged provider of TESOL, Continuing Education and International Development projects and programs both in international and national contexts.

ICTE-UQ’s international development arm, UQ International Development (UQID) is one of the leading university development groups in the Asia-Pacific region. It provides technical advisory services and short course training programs for multilateral donor agencies and government aid organisations in the Asia Pacific and Africa. Since its inception in 1994 as the development consulting arm of UQ, UQID has managed more than 500 development assistance projects and activities for the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Asian Development Bank, World Bank, private sector clients and United Nations agencies. UQID is one of the most experienced suppliers of training packages for DFAT’s regional Australia Awards short course programs designed to enhance knowledge, skills and bilateral linkages between Australia and target nations around the world. UQID maintains specialist project and financial management oversight of development programs. We act as the gateway into the research expertise and teaching excellence of UQ’s Schools and Research Centres to maximise development outcomes.

Information about the Institute may be accessed on the Institute’s website at www.icte.uq.edu.au

The role

The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate international development training and capacity building activities within UQID. This includes responsibility for administration; logistics; financial management; engagement and liaison with relevant stakeholders; and reporting on activity outcomes The position requires the ability to travel and work non-standard hours, when work demands dictate.

The person

Applicants should possess well-developed project management and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail. Good interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) are a must. The role requires attention to detail, effective time management and ability to work with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders. Experience and/or interest in international development, adult education, capacity building, or community development programs is welcome, but not a requirement.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University’s Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.  

Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to the contact person listed in the job advertisement.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment for three years at HEW Level 6. The remuneration package will be in the range $74,207 - $79,964 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $86,822 - $93,558 p.a.).

Position Description

 504782_3032043_Development Coordinator.pdf

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact John Brighenti on +61 7 3365 4016.

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents:

• Covering Letter – Maximum of two (2) A4 typed pages addressing the Selection Criteria within the Position Description for this role and,
• Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Application Closing Date

1 August 2018, 11:55pm E. Australia Standard Time.