• Work in an innovative environment
• Part time role (4 days initially with the potential to move to full time)

The TOM: Melbourne education programs suite spans primary, secondary and tertiary education. The TOM@Schools programs are custom-built STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering and Maths) workshops teaching students about the design process, disability awareness and prototyping. The TOM@Schools program looks to foster engagement, aspiration and build an interest in STEM subjects whilst raising awareness about the real-world application of STEM to solve challenges for people with disability. Our TOM@University tertiary programs were launched in 2018 and will go through a phase of expansion in the coming year.

The Education Programs Coordinator will be experienced in program management, including the design and facilitation of programs specific to the needs of TOM: Melbourne’s cohort of students, Makers and Need-Knowers. A desire to work collaboratively with stakeholders, both within TOM and networking externally, will ensure that program outcomes are achieved.

The Education Programs Coordinator role is an exceptional opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with students across a variety of education settings. It is imperative that you are a confident facilitator who is highly organised, productive and able to work autonomously. You must be innovative, enjoy overcoming challenges and have the ability to make decisions. It is also crucial that you have a supportive but honest communication style.

This role will also support the delivery of additional programs within TOM: Melbourne’s offering.

To succeed in this role you will possess:

• A big heart – you are passionate about creating positive social change and working to make a difference with high levels of empathy.
• Program design experience.
• Experience in the disability sector (preferred).
• Ability to work autonomously across a variety of projects with a small tight-knit team.
• Strong communication skills – both written and oral.
• Proven leadership skills and excellent facilitation and public speaking abilities.
• A strong understanding of STEM related principles is essential for this role.
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible with a proactive can-do attitude and ability to handle ambiguity.
• Some understanding and technical knowledge in the sectors that TOM operates in – the intersection of technology and innovation and how this can impact the disability sector.
• STEM related experience including product manufacturing and/or design background will be favourable.
• Experience as a Maker is ideal
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Design or Occupational Therapy is essential.

The successful applicant will be required to hold a current Working with Children Check, valid driver licence and have access to a car for program-related travel. TOM: Melbourne is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and we encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background or people with disability to apply.

More information is available by emailing [email protected], using the subject line: Education Programs Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.