Access Monash Ambassadors
ROUND TWO APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
Access Monash works in partnership with a number of secondary schools to support student access, participation and success in higher education. We do this by providing a range of outreach activities and programs.
In 2013, we are launching an exciting new Access Monash Ambassador program, which gives you the opportunity to get involved and make a difference.
Current Monash students can apply now to join our team!
Round 2 applications will close on Friday 18 January 2013.
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| The role |
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Key attributes |
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Access Monash Ambassadors (AMAs) are undergraduate students with impressive academic results, leadership potential and a commitment to helping others. This involves:
- Assisting with running activities in various Access Monash programs
- Providing context to activities by drawing on personal experiences
- Being positive role models and mentors to prospective students
- Encouraging secondary school students to consider their future options
- Creating a positive atmosphere at events and activities
- Supporting Monash staff to deliver engaging and rewarding experiences for secondary school students
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Access Monash Ambassadors are positive role models who can establish supportive and engaging relationships with secondary school students, with an emphasis on building aspiration and increasing motivation and self-awareness. AMAs should demonstrate:
- An enthusiasm for higher education
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- A willingness to talk about their own educational experiences
- The ability to facilitate group work and encourage participation
- An appreciation of barriers that can prevent young people from accessing higher education
- Responsibility, reliability and professionalism
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| Eligibility |
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Benefits |
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To be considered for an Access Monash Ambassador position, you must:
- Have a minimum average mark of 70 in your studies at Monash or a minimum ATAR of 90 for commencing students.
- Have completed Year 12 in Australia within the last 5 years (eg. between 2008-2012)
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, holder of an Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa
- Be able to commit to at least two hours per week over the academic year (mostly after school hours eg. 3pm - 5pm)
- Be able to travel independently to schools/Monash campuses to conduct activities (please note, travel time/costs are not covered by Access Monash)
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Benefits of becoming Access Monash Ambassadors include:
- An opportunity to develop skills in leadership, teamwork, public speaking and group facilitation
- Access to a series of professional development activities, including how to promote your involvement to enhance your resume
- Participation in selected activities will be paid at the casual HEW 3 Rate, which is $30.06 per hour (as at July 2012)
- A formal certificate to mark your participation in the program
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For any enquiries related to Access Monash Ambassadors, please e-mail accessmonash@monash.edu.
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