Careers at UniSC

• International | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs or UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
• Level 7, $99,285 - $108,534 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, Ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

Join UniSC’s International Admissions and Compliance team, where you'll provide proactive leadership to streamline admissions processes, ensure legislative compliance, and deliver outstanding stakeholder experiences. In this key role, you’ll enhance business practices, optimise resource allocation, and drive industry best standards. With a strong emphasis on leadership, collaboration, and service excellence, this position demands agility and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines during peak periods. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment, apply today!

Please note - This role requires occasional non-standard working hours, with potential restrictions on recreational leave during peak periods.

For more information, please visit us online: International

You will

• coordinate the development, implementation and maintenance of UniSC’s international admissions processes, in collaboration with stakeholders, to ensure requirements are met in accordance with the strategic goals and priorities of the University and to ensure the efficient and maximum utilisation of available resources;
• provide expert policy and procedural advice on international admissions matters and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and frameworks including The National Code (ESOS), the Commonwealth Government’s simplified student visa framework (SSVF), the AQF framework, and PRISMS; and
• implement change management and communication framework strategies in undertaking the management, development, and continuous improvement of University approved international admissions processes.

About you

You are a skilled problem-solver with a talent for assessing challenges and crafting innovative solutions in a process improvement environment. Your ability to engage constructively with stakeholders and clients, combined with strong organisational, conceptual, and analytical skills, empowers you to deliver customer-focused, efficient outcomes. You communicate seamlessly across diverse cultural and language backgrounds and excel at managing competing priorities and resources. With exceptional organisational abilities, you consistently plan, coordinate, and execute tasks within tight deadlines, maintaining a keen attention to detail. Your strength in consulting, negotiating, and coordinating people and workflows ensures you drive results and achieve success.

You will possess:

• completion of a relevant degree with at least 4 years’ subsequent relevant experience within a higher education setting or extensive experience and management expertise in technical or administrative fields in a tertiary setting;
• experience in recruitment and admission processes relating to international students, including sound knowledge of relevant legislation;
• extensive understanding, knowledge and experience in using:
• a student records information system; and
• the development, use, and maintenance of databases.
• ability to work with staff in developing knowledge and understanding of data integrity and quality control issues and its relationship to continuous quality improvement principles and practises; and
• experience in the coordination and presentation of training sessions and in the preparation of documents and publications.

Desirable

• fluency in a language other than English and of significance to the University's recruitment strategy.
• experience and expertise in the use of the StudyLink admissions system.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description:  Coordinator International Admissions and Compliance.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

Applications for this position close midnight, Monday 7 October 2024.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a cover letter (not to exceed one page), which will be reviewed in alignment with the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Mandy Cilento
Manager, Admissions and Compliance - International
Telephone: 07 5430 1241
Email: mcilento@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.