Student Activities Officer (6 month contract)

Job no: 579082
Work type: Full time - Fixed term/Contract, Casual/Sessional
Location: Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh
Categories: Administration, Student Administration, Education

RMIT Vietnam

RMIT Vietnam, an entity of RMIT University, has campuses in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi since 2001. We provide internationally recognised, high-quality, education and professional training for students, clients and the community, and assist in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region by hosting students from Australia and many other countries.

The role & key responsibilities

The Student Activities Officer is responsible for providing administrative and logistical support to the Student Life department’s activities in relation to the Student Council, Student Clubs, Leadership Programs, and International Student Support. This includes support for planning and executing student-related activities and events, maintaining accurate records, and generating reports. This position should look for opportunities to best engage the wider student body through events and activities, while also ensuring risk mitigation measures are in place to maximise student safety. The position may also be required to support events organised by Student Life and as a result may sometimes be required to work flexible hours.

Key selection criteria

• A relevant bachelor’s degree, preferably in event management, recreation, or sport.
• Experience supporting student activities in a tertiary education setting is preferred.
• Experience in event management and application of administrative skills in the workplace.
• Relevant experience in a transnational university environment
• Demonstrated awareness of current issues concerned with transition to university, student engagement, and the first-year experience. Experience in a role in these areas is preferred.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including negotiation, liaison, and cross-cultural communication.
• Demonstrated superior knowledge and experience in using computer software such as word processors, spread sheets, presentation software, database systems, and web content management systems.

Benefits

• Unique opportunity to work within a multi-lingual, multi-cultural environment with creative and innovative committed colleagues.
• Attractive salary package with base salary starting from VND13,800,000 gross per month
• Private premium medical insurance
• Prorated 20 days annual leave, 10 days sick leave per annum

To find out more

For further information about this role, please click on the Job Description document below.

 JD Student Activities Officer June (2019) 6M.pdf

English proficiency requirements

If English is not your native language then you will be required to demonstrate a minimum English language proficiency standard at a BULATS Intermediate level (BULATS score 60), equivalent to IELTS (General) 5.5.  RMIT Vietnam will require you to complete a BULATS test to assess your level of English before an offer of employment can be made.

How to apply

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ link. Applications close on July 18, 2019.

Advertised: 04 Jul 2019 SE Asia Standard Time
Applications close: 18 Jul 2019 SE Asia Standard Time