Senior Officer, Digital Enablement

Overview:

Senior Officer, Digital Enablement 

• ​​Full-time​, ​Fixed Term position 8 months​  

• Salary Level HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation 

• Based at the ​Melbourne CBD​ campus, ​and hybrid ways of working​ 

About the role 

As the Senior Officer, Digital Enablement, you will be responsible for supporting the design, development and implementation of digital solutions that improve business processes using established platforms.  

You will be responsible for maintaining and supporting existing digital solutions and providing guidance and advice on possible new platforms and products to meet the needs of operational teams. This role works in collaboration with college professional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending, developing, and enabling digital enhancements aligned with operational needs. This role will also assist with project management to support and launch our business operations. 

To be successful in this position, you will have a tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant skills, experience, and demonstrated non-traditional learning pathways (e.g. industry certifications, bootcamps, or self-directed learning)  

You will also have: 

• Experience in analysing complex business processes and effectively translating these into technical solutions or automated workflows.  

• Proficiency in relevant programming languages and technologies (e.g., Excel VBA, Visual Basic, Python, or similar languages).  

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policies, standards, and procedures within technical environments. Good communication skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships, internally and externally, and to facilitate the integration of a range of internal and external procedures and requirements. 

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage work independently and collaboratively within teams to support organisational objectives.  

Desirable: Experience with platforms such as Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), Azure Logic Apps, Automation Anywhere, ServiceNow, Salesforce; knowledge of REST APIs; as well as proficiency in high-level programming languages; and an understanding of emerging technologies such as AI, automation, and large language models (LLMs). 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the College of Business and Law 

As one of the largest Business Schools in the Asia Pacific region, the College of Business and Law is comprised of five schools – four in Melbourne and one in Vietnam - delivering a broad range of programs in Business, ranging from Certificates up to PHD levels. Many programs articulate between Vocational Education and Higher Education, creating pathways for further study. RMIT Business programs are delivered in Melbourne, Vietnam, Singapore, Shanghai and Jakarta, as well as through Open Universities Australia (OUA) and RMIT Online. The College has an annual budget of approximately $280 million, employs over 1000 staff and delivers programs to approximately 30,000 students (20,000  

EFTSL). 

In line with RMIT’s vision to be recognised as a global university of technology, design and enterprise,  

the College mission is to deliver in a global context innovative, industry-engaged education and applied  

research connected to business. The College assists in achieving the ambitions of RMIT’s new five-year  

strategic plan Ready for Life and Work by making active contributions towards life-changing experiences for students, creating passion with purpose for its staff and shaping the world with impactful research  

and global reach. 

In particular, the College has defined a number of initiatives which are summarised in three priority  

areas: enterprising, student experience and international mobility. The College is located on RMIT  

University’s City Campus and resides in the state-of-the-art Swanston Academic and Emily McPherson  

Buildings. 

Click here for further details about the College.  

To Apply  

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing ​your suitability​ for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.  

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Emily Kaye (Talent Acquistion Advisor) via email emily.kaye@rmit.edu.au.  

Position Description - Senior Officer, Digital Enablement

Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.  

About RMIT University 

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University’s mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about  

https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university  

Why work at RMIT University 

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice.  

We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT’s impressive standings in university rankings. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings  

Bring Your Whole Self to Work 

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.  

We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. 

RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via talent.support@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers 

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. 

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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.