• 12 months Fixed-Term
• Campus independent - Can be based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) or Victorian regional campuses
• Be part of a passionate and innovative team
• Part time and full-time opportunity available
• HEO5 salary scale
About the position
The Scholarships team plays a key role in delivering and managing the administrative functions that underpin the University’s coursework scholarships and bursaries, including those funded by government programs. This team is responsible for the full scholarship lifecycle—maintaining the web content, handling applications, making offers, and managing post-offer processes, as well as providing advice to students.
Under the direction of the Senior Coordinator, Scholarships Programs, the Senior Officer, Scholarships Programs, ensures the smooth and effective administration of scholarship and bursary schemes. The role requires close collaboration with colleagues and other units to maintain a high standard of customer service and ensure consistent and accurate administrative practices. Duties also include contributing to reporting, quality control, process improvements, and promoting a culture of shared learning and continuous development.
Key Selection Criteria:
Skills and knowledge required for the position
• Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated ability to gain a conceptual understanding of relevant policies, procedures or systems including the SIS Rewards module and interpretation in the application of policy and/or precedent.
• Ability to innovate and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, follow established procedures with limited supervision and contribute positively to an effective team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated customer service focus and solution orientated approach.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
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How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55 pm Wednesday the 7th of May 2025
Position requirements: Sally Guilmartin s.guilmartin@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker m.parker@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
• Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position relating to the key selection criteria located within the PD; and
• An up-to-date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
