Work type:Fixed Term
- Part-time .8 FTE
- La Trobe Bundoora Location
- Fixed Term
- Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference
About the position
The LaunchPad Program and Community Coordinator plays a central role in the success of this initiative. Working closely with the Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship and in collaboration with Startmate, the Coordinator will be responsible for the planning, delivery, and ongoing development of the program. This includes managing participant recruitment, supporting marketing and outreach efforts, and serving as the primary point of contact for students from application through to post-program support.
The role also involves building strong relationships across the university and externally, fostering a thriving entrepreneurial community across both metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. With access to co-working spaces, mentoring, events, and resources, the Coordinator will be instrumental in empowering future founders and strengthening La Trobe’s reputation as a hub for innovation and startup growth.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
- Degree with subsequent relevant experience to consolidate the theories and principles learned, or extensive experience, leading to either the development of specialist expertise or to the development of broad knowledge in an administrative field, or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
- Demonstrated depth or breadth of expertise developed through extensive relevant experience and application.
- Demonstrated ability to gain a conceptual understanding of relevant policies, procedures or systems and interpretation in the application of policy and/or precedent.
- Ability to innovate and take responsibility for outcomes.
- Demonstrated capacity to organise work effectively and efficiently and deliver outputs in a timely manner.
- Experience within Victorian entrepreneurship eco-system preferable but not mandatory
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Wednesday the 27th of August 2025
Position Enquiries: Cerasela Tanasescu - Director, Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Email: [email protected]
Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker – Talent Acquisition Consultant
Email: [email protected]
Position description:
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position; and
- An up to date resume
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Why La Trobe:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future
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