Careers at TAFE NSW

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Program Coordinator - Student Benefits

Institute of Applied Technology - Meadowbank and Kingswood (Nepean) Campus

2 x Temporary full-time positions until 30 June 2026

$103,133 package includes salary ($91,272.00 - $98,291.00), employer's superannuation and annual leave loading 

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.  

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

About the role

This position coordinates school and student engagement programs across IAT sites at Meadowbank, Kingswood, and offsite locations, ensuring delivery and accessibility align with the Student Benefits Program Charter.

You will lead engagement activities in collaboration with TAFE NSW and NSW Department of Education representatives, and take charge of planning, promoting, delivering, and evaluating events. The role also contributes to ongoing continuous improvement processes that enhance student benefits and experiences.

About You

We are seeking a passionate and experienced coordinator who loves creating engaging experiences for students, no matter where they are. You have a strong background in organising student programs and events for diverse groups, including those learning online or across different locations. You're skilled at using a mix of channels, whether it's face-to-face, online, or through social media, to bring these programs to life.

As a part of this role, you are required to be on location during events and may be required to travel when needed.

Highly Regarded:

• Experience in schools engagement from Stages 1-6
• Broad stakeholder engagement experience
• Event/Project Management experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:-

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
• Experience in coordinating student engagement program activities and events for student cohorts with diverse needs and geographically dispersed and/or online.
• Experience in organising and delivering student engagement program activities and events using different medium and channels, including face-to-face, online and social media platforms.
• Willingness and ability to travel as per business requirements

To find out more about the role, click to view the  Position Description.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close 11.55pm AEST Tuesday 29th July 2025

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Response to one targeted question when prompted in the application process (max 300 words).

Targeted Question

Describe your experience in strategic planning with internal and external stakeholders and facilitating programs with a focus on schools engagement highlighting career pathways and opportunities at TAFE NSW. Outline how you would design a program that effectively promotes TAFE NSW as a leading provider for VET and Tertiary Education. Consider key factors such as accessibility, inclusivity, and student needs in your approach.

Role-specific enquiries: contact Ken Wong, Client Engagement Officer, ken.wong20@tafensw.edu.au

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Talent Acquisition Advisor Shweta Yadav via email shweta.yadav@tafensw.edu.au

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.  

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct. 

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An Eligibility List, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.