Scholarship Advisor

The Scholarships Office manages a portfolio of university wide scholarships involving the assessment and selection of applicants, payment, monitoring and reporting. Scholarships are part of Curtin's commitment to rewarding academic excellence and enabling students from all backgrounds to realise their potential. Scholarships are available to connect both commencing and current Curtin students to opportunities that enhance their ability to thrive as Curtin graduates.

We are currently recruiting for a

, to join our vibrant team on a full time, fixed term basis until 27 June 2025 to support team members on leave.

In this role, you will deliver exceptional customer service, assist with scholarship and sponsor fee inquiries, and manage a portfolio of coursework scholarships and sponsorships from start to finish. Your expertise in policies, rules, and student support will enhance the student experience and connect them to opportunities that encourage their success.

In this role you will:

• Provide high-quality, customer-focused service with timely scholarship and sponsor fee advice.
• Create and promote scholarships, ensuring accurate representation on the website and promotional materials.
• Coordinate and participate in scholarship application assessments, selection panels, and liaise with external sponsors.
• Monitor academic progress and manage student requests for deferrals, course changes, and other adjustments.
• Manage and reconcile student and sponsor accounts, ensuring accurate payment allocation.
• Organise and attend scholarship recruitment activities and present to promote scholarship awareness.

We are seeking a driven, self-starter who will have the initiative to reach out to students and drive them through the scholarships process. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, with demonstrated experience managing competing priorities, tight deadlines, and a high workload. This role is perfect for someone who embodies Curtin Values—

If you are passionate about helping students, sponsors, and the Curtin community and are dedicated to making a positive difference, we want to hear from you!

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in higher education.
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge working with Student One system.

• Must have current work rights in Australia matching the tenure of the role.
• Based in Perth, WA. Relocation and sponsorship support are not available.
• In cases such as promotional events and presentations that may occur outside of normal office hours, ability to work outside of normal office hours is required.

Seize the opportunity to join a dynamic, friendly, and collaborative team where you can make a tangible impact on the lives of our students. This role offers comprehensive experience in the scholarship process, providing a fulfilling and rewarding career path.

Join us!

To apply, please provide your CV and a cover letter to allow us to assess your suitability for this role. 

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Applications close: 10:00AM AWST Sunday 18 August 2024

About us
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au

What we offer  

• Global Excellence: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
• Adaptable Work Environment: While our primary office is located at our Bentley Campus, we understand the importance of flexibility in today's work environment. Hybrid working arrangements are provided in accordance with business needs.
• Salary Packaging: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) and customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise.
• Competitive Leave Entitlements: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Curtin University Leave (2 days), Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus, access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
• Career and Development Opportunities: In line with our 2030 Strategic Plan, Curtin is committed to providing an inspiring, rewarding, and meaningful experience for our staff -empowering them to lead, innovate and strive for excellence. We provide staff with career and development opportunities, including access to various online and in-person training and info-sessions.
• Health and Wellness: Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin staff and students. Join Curtin's Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2 hours per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin’s wellbeing locations at https://tinyurl.com/mtyf3vad.  

Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.

If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1).

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.