Senior Coordinator, Peak Scholars Program

School of Education, La Trobe University; Mildura; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% employer contributed superann

On site childcare facilities

Flexible work arrangements

Discounts for staff to study La Trobe

Job summary

La Trobe University invites applications for a Senior Coordinator to shape and develop the PEAK Scholars Program, part of the Regional Pathway Program. The role collaborates with regional campuses and stakeholders to design delivery, evaluation framework, partnerships, and leadership development.

Travel to regional campuses is required, with occasional after-hours work. The role supports scholarships, mentoring, peer engagement, and community connections to boost belonging and success for

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a field relevant to the role with 4+ years of related experience or extensive management experience.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with a track record in teamwork.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving capabilities with multiple projects.
• High self-motivation and effective personal management.
• Ability to build productive relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of student transition, engagement and leadership development principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, delivery and evaluation of the PEAK Scholars Program.
• Collaborate with regional campuses and stakeholders to shape program outcomes.
• Develop partnerships and oversee program evaluation, reporting and improvement.
• Drive scalable, student-centred approaches to improve belonging and success for regional and equity cohorts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Organization and problem-solving

Self-motivation and personal管理

Stakeholder engagement

Student transition knowledge

Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant field

Job description

• HEO7
• Full-time
• Fixed-term position until 31/12/2031
• Can be based at any of La Trobe University's regional campuses
• Hybrid working arrangements

About the position

The PEAK Scholars Program forms part of La Trobe University's Regional Pathway Program and is a new initiative scheduled for implementation in 2027. The Senior Coordinator will work closely with the Manager to shape and develop the program, including its design, delivery approach and evaluation framework.

Working collaboratively with regional campuses and University-wide stakeholders, the Senior Coordinator will lead student engagement initiatives, develop strategic partnerships, and oversee program evaluation, reporting and continuous improvement. The position will also drive the development of scalable, student-centred approaches that build leadership capability, foster peer connections and improve transition outcomes for regional and equity cohort students.

The role oversees an integrated program of scholarships, leadership development, mentoring, peer engagement, and industry and community connections, with a focus on strengthening belonging, engagement and success for regional students and is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to educational equity and regional engagement while positioning the PEAK Scholars Program as a flagship initiative that supports students to thrive at La Trobe University.

The role requires regular travel to La Trobe's regional campuses, with occasional out-of-hours work and overnight stays to support program delivery, student engagement and University events.

Essential Criteria

Skills and knowledge required for the position

• An undergraduate degree in any area relevant to the position with at least 4 years subsequent experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively in small teams.
• Demonstrated organisation and problem-solving skills, with an ability to manage several different projects concurrently.
• Demonstrated high level of self-motivation and personal management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, foster and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including students, academic and professional staff, community organisations, industry partners and philanthropic stakeholders, to achieve strategic program outcomes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student transition, engagement and leadership development principles, with the ability to design and deliver initiatives that enhance student belonging, participation and success for regional and equity cohort students.

Please see the position description for all other Duties and Skills and knowledge required for the position

Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site childcare facilities
• Flexible work arrangements, job-share applicants will be individually considered
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

Why La Trobe:

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

Closing date: By Tuesday the 3rd of November, 2026.

Position Enquiries: Cherie Dyde, Manager, Regional Pathways & Access Programs [e-mail]

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, First Nations Talent Acquisition Consultant [e-mail]

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.

Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates 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.