Assistant Student Adviser

• Student Affairs Division

• This is a full-time fixed-term position through to December 2025 with salary in the range $78,944.40 - $87,750.37 (HEW 5), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

• Bring your strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication to gain valuable experience in student support, including advising on academic progress, financial assistance, and disability services.

• Work alongside experienced professionals to deliver essential services to students, contributing to their academic success.

• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity 

This role offers a crucial opportunity to provide essential administrative support to university staff and students. You'll serve as the first point of contact, assisting with inquiries and directing them to appropriate resources. Additionally, you'll support a range of Student Services programs and events, ensuring their smooth operation and contributing to a positive student experience.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Develop and deliver programs, activities, and workshops to support students. Coordinate volunteers and student staff to assist in program delivery.

• Administer and coordinate specific systems to support programs. Ensure accurate and timely reporting in compliance with legislative and university requirements.

• Liaise with internal and external agencies on behalf of students and the University.

• Provide initial advice to students and refer them to appropriate support services.

About You  

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in administration.

• Strong understanding of relevant policies and procedures.

• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with clients and stakeholders. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.

• On campus childcare options, Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day), Salary packaging options.

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ben at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close 20 November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-43580). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 2 December 2024.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. 

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments. 

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.