Student Ambassador

time left to apply End Date: January 14, 2025 (20 days left to apply)
job requisition id R000017963
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Position Details· Salary: $43.39 per hour (HEW Level 2, step 1) + applicable superannuation· Appointment Type: Casual work during the academic year, primarily on weekdays with the possibility of weekend work from time-to-time for events e.g.
Open Day· Location: Primarily at Macquarie University North Ryde campus with the possibility of other locations pending event and outreach locations
The Role The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) is seeking motivated, positive and engaged student ambassadors to join our Student Experience Team in Educational Services.
These casual opportunities will provide assistance with student experience events and outreach activities aligned with science and engineering and will support a variety of straightforward administrative, logistical, event coordination and promotional activities.
Reporting to the Student Experience Manager you will:
Assist with the set up/pack of student experience events, associated logistics and deliveryProvide general information/advice and assistance to students, parents and other stakeholders at events relating to studying in the faculty of science and engineeringParticipate in campus tours and guiding participants around campus, provide support for interactive program activities and information sessionsProvide straightforward administration support for student experience activities including the collection of data and more complex administration activities under supervisionParticipate in social media activities such as appearing in promotional videos and photographs to promote the facultyHow to Apply To be considered for this position, you must apply online by submitting your CV and a separate (2-page maximum) cover letter explaining how you meet the following eligibility and selection criteria: Eligibility: A current undergraduate/postgraduate student in the faculty of science and engineering with a record of satisfactory academic standing i.e.
completion of a minimum of 40 credit points with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65 or aboveHolds or can obtain a Working with Children Check (paid employee type) as required following a formal offerSelection Criteria Essential Under direction, the ability to undertake a variety of administration tasks with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications e.g.
Word, ExcelDemonstrated capacity for and/or alignment with the university purpose, vision and valuesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with a broad range of stakeholdersStrong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver tasks within timeframesThe ability to work both as part of a team and independently depending on task requirementsAwareness of the Faculty of Science and Engineering programs including: extra-curricular activities and student opportunitiesAvailable to undertake light to moderate physical tasks including handling boxes of approximately 10 kg weight on a regular basis.Desirable Experience with social media, presenting, communicating to groups or customer-facing workInvolvement in a range of extra-curricular activities at university (e.g., student groups, sport, PAL, PACE or mentoring)Role Enquires: Lizzy Clarkson, Student Experience Manager at
Relevant paid training will be provided for successful applicants and may include:
WHS awareness and manual handlingIntroduction to academic, extra-curricular activities and support structures for studentsFSE academic frameworkBasic social media content creationApplications Close: Monday 13rd January 2025 at 11:59PM (AEST)
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