About Us

The Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (IHNA) is a leading vocational education provider committed to delivering high-quality training and student outcomes across Australia. With a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and student success, IHNA continues to grow as a trusted name in health and vocational education.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Deputy National Placement Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, and compliance of student clinical placements across multiple campuses. This role plays a key part in ensuring high-quality placement outcomes aligned with regulatory and industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support national coordination of student placements across IHNA
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and placement requirements
• Liaise with hospitals, industry partners, and internal stakeholders
• Monitor placement availability, utilisation, and student allocation
• Maintain accurate placement records and reporting systems
• Assist in resolving placement issues and student escalations

Key Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health, Education, Business Administration, or related field
• Relevant experience in Vocational Education & Training (VET)
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks – desirable

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in placement coordination, academic administration, or student services

Skills & Competencies

• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Strong knowledge of ASQA, AQF, and VET sector requirements
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Why Join IHNA?

• Supportive and collaborative academic environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support

All recruitment, selection and promotion decisions will be based on the best qualified and experienced candidate who can perform the genuine occupational requirements of this position. HCI supports diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunity in employment to all suitably abled people without discrimination or harassment based on a personal characteristic protected under the Equal Opportunity Act. Indigenous Australians and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders are also encouraged to apply for the position.

• Support national coordination of student placements across IHNA
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and placement requirements
• Liaise with hospitals, industry partners, and internal stakeholders
• Monitor placement availability, utilisation, and student allocation
• Maintain accurate placement records and reporting systems
• Assist in resolving placement issues and student escalations

• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Strong knowledge of ASQA, AQF, and VET sector requirements
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Health, Education, Business Administration, or related field
• Relevant experience in Vocational Education & Training (VET)
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks – desirable