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• Provide empowerment and support to students at the University of Sydney

• Full time, fixed term contract until 31st December 2025

• Base Salary between $99,455 - $107,216 p.a. + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Student Life Cluster at the University of Sydney enhances the student experience by providing support networks, social events, and clubs that foster community and personal growth. Their programs and resources help students navigate university life and build lasting connections.

As a Student Life Coordinator, you will collaborate with teams across the PVC Student Life Cluster, central units, faculties, and student groups to deliver financial support and wellbeing initiatives. The role involves reviewing student applications, handling sensitive information, and assisting in shaping support strategies based on data-driven insights.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• coordinate and support student life programs, including orientation, international, transition, and financial Support, ensuring alignment with key strategies and digital delivery

• contribute to the annual Student Life communications and events plan in line with the PVC Student Life Cluster’s strategic objectives

• collaborate with managers and stakeholders to implement student life initiatives and effectively communicate key messages

• develop materials and communications to enhance awareness of student life programs and services

• provide case management support, referrals, and administrative assistance for student bursaries, loans, and financial aid

• monitor financial assistance programs, recommend updates, and support the development of new initiatives as needed.

About you

• experience in wellbeing promotion, student support services, academic or career advising

• ability to coordinate and host large-scale in-person and online events and help with setting up in-person events, such as setting up stalls for Welcome Week, etc

• strong stakeholder management experience across diverse groups

• proficiency in complex booking and information systems

• digital literacy and ability to engage students across multiple communication platforms

• strong analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with tact and discretion in handling sensitive student concerns.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Strong Recruitment Operations by email at rachel.strong@sydney.edu.au

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