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Work Integration Program Specialist – Institute of Applied Technology

Location: Meadowbank

Temporary Full-time until 30 June 2026

$132,022 package includes salary ($108,494 - $116,838), employer’s contribution to 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. We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs.

About the role

The Institute of Applied Technology (IAT) is seeking a dynamic and motivated Work Integration Program Specialist to lead the operational and technical delivery of our alumni work integration engagement strategy across a state-wide network.

This role is central to supporting IAT graduates as they transition into the workforce, ensuring they are equipped with the tools and connections needed for long-term career success. A critical part of the role involves networking with the broader community to establish professional relationships and uncover specialised career pathways that align with the skills and aspirations of IAT alumni.

The role offers a 35-hour work week, with the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week. There will be occasional requirements to work evenings and weekends to support events and engagement activities. The successful candidate must also be willing and able to travel to the IAT Kingswood campus and attend industry events across New South Wales as needed.

About You 

You will bring your natural energy and enthusiasm to build strong, supportive relationships with students and alumni. Your ability to connect with people and foster partnerships will be key to identifying and promoting employment opportunities across a variety of industries. 

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Degree in relevant discipline OR equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of the technology sector to inform program design, the labour market, current recruitment practices, and challenges facing graduates.
• Demonstrated advanced facilitation skills and experience in actively engaging a wide range of audiences both in person and virtually.
• Ability to travel to perform work outside normal working hours where required.

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 Monday 30 June 2025

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

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications (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 form (max 300 words

TARGETED QUESTION:  Can you describe a time when you had to coordinate with multiple stakeholders to support a client’s integration into the workplace? How did you ensure clear communication and effective collaboration throughout the process?

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Talent Acquisition Advisor, Ravinder Mansfield via Email: ravinder.mansfield1@tafensw.edu.au or Tel: (02) 7921 2973.  

Role-specific enquiries: contact Daniel Britton, Manager of Education Support, IAT Digital, via email: Daniel.britton10@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.

A talent pool, 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.