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• Governance and Risk Management, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
• Level 7, $99,285 - $108,534 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The Opportunity
Join us as a Quality Officer and play an instrumental role in shaping the future of education at the University of the Sunshine Coast. In this role, you'll champion the ongoing development and implementation of our Quality and Standards Framework, ensuring our quality systems and processes meet the highest standards of excellence. You'll engage directly with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), ensuring our compliance with the TEQSA Act 2011 and the Higher Education Standards Framework (HESF). This is your chance to contribute to an innovative environment where your work will impact the quality of education and strengthen our relationships with government and industry partners.
For more information, please visit us online Governance and Risk Management
You will

• guide and support the University on navigating the Higher Education Standards Framework (HESF) and TEQSA requirements with expertise and clarity;
• drive the creation, execution, and monitoring of innovative quality assurance and improvement initiatives throughout the University;
• champion a culture of continuous enhancement by identifying and sharing best practices across all areas; and
• engage actively with the Quality Team and the broader Governance and Risk Management Team to advance our collective goals.

About you
Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives on making a significant impact in fostering and promoting quality assurance. You’re excited about shaping plans, policies, and materials that support compliance with the TEQSA Act and HESF while providing invaluable information and guidance to our university community. You’re dedicated to enhancing and implementing quality systems and business processes and supporting our Senior Quality Officer with evidence-based reports and discussions. If you’re passionate about driving continuous improvement and contributing to a robust system of academic quality and compliance, we’d love to see how you can bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our team.
You will possess:

• Extensive knowledge of government frameworks and legislation shaping higher education quality and standards, including the Australian Qualifications Framework, TEQSA Act 2011, and HESF.
• A solid understanding of university governance, operations, and decision making processes, with the ability to see how legislation, policies, and plans connect to daily actions and outcomes.
• Ability to interpret complex legislation and regulations and communicate their impact clearly to a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Skilled at researching, identifying, and adapting best practices for quality improvement and assurance across the university.
• Confident in using sound judgement to handle sensitive compliance matters with discretion and confidentiality.
• Exceptional organisational skills, enabling you to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively within a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to consult, influence, and work across various levels and areas of the organisation.

Uni SC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Position Description: 0717 Quality Officer (Vacant) Sept 2024.pdf
Uni SC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
Uni SC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
Applications for this position close midnight, Thursday 3 October 2024
Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to Uni SC and Linked In Life
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Kylie Batten
Senior Quality Officer
Telephone: 07 5430 1250
Email: kbatten@usc.edu.au
Discover Uni SC
We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.
We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.
Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At Uni SC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.
We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.
Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.