RMIT Vietnam is seeking a Sustainability Program Lead (6-month, Third-party contract) to lead flagship sustainability programs across education, green skills, and community engagement, building partnerships and capabilities that embed sustainability and social impact across RMIT Vietnam.
WHY JOIN RMIT VIETNAM?
At RMIT Vietnam, international exposure meets real-world impact through strong industry and government collaboration. Working at RMIT means building a meaningful career while creating impact in a high-performing environment.
Further insight into our mission, impact and global connections is available in the RMIT Vietnam Profile.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive remuneration VND package for Vietnamese candidates.
Contract duration: 6 months
Annual leave: 1 day per working month
Private insurance
Free use of onsite sports and fitness facilities
Library on campus and online - access to the RMIT Australia online library
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources
A vibrant and diverse campus life and more!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Sustainability Program Lead is responsible for leading the execution, and evaluation of social and cultural programs under the Sustainability Portfolio. This role oversees capability-building initiatives, co-creation programming, community development impact, and provides expert consultation on social aspects for other sustainability portfolios. The position ensures all programs align with Sustainability Development Goals, the Sustainability Strategy, and university priorities, while strengthening student engagement and sustainability ambassador capabilities.
Key Accountabilities Summary
Program Delivery
Execute social/cultural initiatives and capability-building programs that address community development, human development, and social impact.
Develop and formalize program documentations: Program Brief, Logic Model, Impact KPI Framework, and Roadmap Proposal.
Ensure strategic alignment with Sustainability Development Goals, Sustainability Strategy, and institutional goals.
Conduct sustainability assessments, analyze data, and develop action plans to address identified ESG risks and opportunities, while promoting a culture of sustainability throughout RMIT Vietnam
Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on sustainability best practices to internal and external stakeholders across RMIT Vietnam, with a focus on embedding sustainability into RMIT Vietnam policies, processes and practices
Foster partnerships and collaborations with stakeholders to drive sustainability initiatives
Communicate RMIT sustainability efforts and achievements to internal and external stakeholders through reports, presentations, and other means, with a focus on inspiring and engaging employees and stakeholders in sustainability efforts
Participate in the Sustainability Committee (Operational Working Group) and report to SM, OHSS&S.
Execute program delivery in collaboration with Operations and Communications teams to ensure feasibility, quality, and timely delivery.
Establish and monitor impact KPIs; drive continuous improvement based on data, insights, and stakeholder input.
Community Engagement & Capability Building
Train and mentor Student Ambassadors on social impact, community engagement, and program content.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, student groups, and community partners.
Provide expert consultation to other sustainability portfolios on social/community impact integration.
Quality, Experience & Risk Management
Identify operational risks and coordinate mitigation with Ops, Comms, and relevant stakeholders
Reporting & Governance
Track impact data, document learnings, and contribute to unit-wide sustainability reporting.
Ensure compliance with internal governance, policies, and quality standards.
Undertake any other duties as required by the Manager, Sustainability.
Key Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Sciences, Community Development, Human Development, or related fields.
Minimum 5 years of experience in program or project management within social impact, education, community development, or related sectors.
Proven experience in designing programs and evaluating social/community impact.
Strong expertise in community development, social impact frameworks, and capability-building methodologies.
Solid program design skills, including logic modelling, KPI development, and impact measurement.
Strong project management and operational planning skills.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management abilities.
Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to mentor and engage youth or volunteers.
Experience working in higher education, sustainability, or large-scale community programs.
Ability to collaborate effectively across multi-disciplinary teams.
Commitment to sustainability, social impact, and inclusive community growth.
More information is available in the Job Description.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this role, it is mandatory to submit both a resume and a cover letter. Please click on the 'Apply' link provided in this Job Ads to initiate the application process.
Please note that we will be running a rolling recruitment process, so please apply as soon as possible.
Compliance Requirements
All academic appointments at RMIT Vietnam must meet University and local regulatory requirements, including English proficiency, background checks, and (for international candidates) eligibility for a work permit.
English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS (General) with a score of at least 6.0 (or equivalent, as outlined in the Recruitment, Selection and Onboarding Guidelines).
Further guidance will be provided during the recruitment process.
RMIT UNIVERSITY COMMITMENT
RMIT is committed to the rights of students and staff to be safe, respected, valued, and treated as an equal in their place of study and work. All staff are expected to share this commitment and contribute to a safer community. While carrying out their role, staff are in a position of trust with students. Staff have a duty of care to report wellbeing concerns about students through the designated channels and uphold the code of conduct. RMIT Vietnam expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Please ensure that your application is submitted through our Workday system on the RMIT Careers page. We do not accept applications through other means.
RMIT Vietnam will never request any fees or payments during the application process. Be vigilant about scams asking for payment to apply.
For any questions or support, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at employment@rmit.edu.vn
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RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University. RMIT Vietnam is creating an innovative research, teaching and learning culture. We are committed to providing internationally recognised high-quality education and professional training for our students, clients and members of the community. As an internationally recognised Australian university based in Asia, RMIT Vietnam is assisting in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region.