Senior Coordinator, Inclusive Learning and Teaching

RMIT University; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 116,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Coordinator to lead inclusive learning and teaching initiatives. This role focuses on implementing the Universal Design for Learning framework and working collaboratively across various departments to enhance educational outcomes. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, experience in professional development, and a commitment to inclusivity. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Superannuation of 17%

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives that advance inclusive education.
• Proven experience designing and delivering professional development programs on inclusive learning and teaching.
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards, policy development, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and implementation of inclusive learning practices.
• Collaborate with education areas to design and support inclusive initiatives.
• Provide consultancy and training to staff on inclusive practices.

Skills

Strategic leadership in inclusive education

Professional development program design

Understanding of accessibility standards

Collaboration with diverse stakeholders

Data-driven evaluation and reporting

Fundraising and resource management

Job description

Overview

• Full-time, Fixed Term position until 31st December 2026
• Salary Professional HEW8 $116,551 - $131,257 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

The Senior Coordinator, Inclusive Learning and Teaching will lead the strategic planning, development, and implementation of initiatives that embed inclusive learning and teaching practices across RMIT. A key focus will be advancing the adoption of the Universal Design for Learning framework to foster an inclusive educational environment for diverse learners.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Education Portfolio, Student Equity, and other learning and teaching areas to design, support and evaluate initiatives that deliver positive, inclusive outcomes for students. This role provides consultancy and training to staff, contributes to inclusive policy development, and drives continuous improvement through data and evaluation.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives that advance inclusive education.
• Proven experience designing and delivering professional development programs on inclusive learning and teaching.
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards, policy development, and compliance.
• A track record of effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders and advocacy for inclusive practices.
• Data-driven evaluation and reporting skills to support continuous improvement.
• Experience in securing and managing funding and resources to deliver impactful initiatives.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position.

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

We are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT.