• Full Time, Fixed Term Opportunity (until 31 December 2026)
• Based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
• Higher Education Officer (HEO) 6
• Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position

You will be responsible for proactively assisting the Manager and Senior Coordinator of Scholarships in the setting of priorities, coordinating scholarship functions, monitoring workflows, tracking goals and actions, and acting as an escalation point for the team. You will provide specialist advice by analysing and interpreting data, identifying trends, testing solutions and sourcing additional relevant information to support problem resolution, continuous improvement and inform progress reporting activities, all in pursuit of delivering service excellence.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• Degree with subsequent relevant experience to consolidate the theories and principles learned, or extensive experience, leading to either the development of specialist expertise or to the development of broad knowledge in an administrative field, or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience. 
• High level proficiency and experience in scholarships administration and systems (including SISOne Rewards, CiA and Squiz Matrix) and related activities and the application of relevant government legislation.
• Demonstrated capacity to contribute positively to an effective team by working effectively and efficiently and by taking responsibility for delivering innovative outputs by the deadlines required.
• Demonstrated experience managing the activities of others including setting priorities, monitoring workflows and coaching and motivation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated customer service focus and solution orientated approach.
• Demonstrated ability to gain a conceptual understanding of relevant policies, procedures or systems and interpretation in the application of policy and/or precedent.

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Sunday, 12 October 2025

Position Enquiries: Sally Guilmartin, Manager, Scholarships

Email: s.guilmartin@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries:  Recruitment Team        

Email: Recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

 PD - Coordinator, Scholarships.pdf

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 that outlines your skills and capabilities in reference to the essential criteria;
• 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.

Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future

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