Careers at UniSC

• Student Services, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs or Moreton Bay Campus, Petrie
• Level 9, $134,332 - $140,696 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, fixed-term until December 2026

The Opportunity

This is a chance to play a meaningful role within UniSC Student Services, working as part of the leadership team to turn our Annual Operating Plan into action. You’ll lead a portfolio of priority projects and initiatives from concept through to delivery, bringing clarity, momentum and confidence to how work progresses across the program. Partnering closely with Student Services leaders, you’ll support transparency, smart planning and timely delivery, while building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders through clear advice and open communication. You’ll also provide trusted, hands-on support to the Academic Registrar and Director, Student Services as new priorities emerge. Above all, you’ll help create lasting value by strengthening consistent, practical approaches to project, change and risk management across Student Services, aligned with UniSC’s frameworks and way of working.

You will

• lead the delivery of priority Student Services projects, turning UniSC’s Strategic Plan into timely, meaningful outcomes for students and staff;
• partner confidently with stakeholders to navigate complexity, manage risk and provide clear, proactive advice and communication; and
• strengthen how we deliver change by embedding consistent, practical project and change management practices across Student Services.

UniSC adopts a hybrid working approach. This role will be primarily based on campus at either our Sunshine Coast or Moreton Bay location, with work-from-home flexibility. If based at Moreton Bay, there is an expectation of regular travel to the Sunshine Coast campus.

About you

Our ideal candidate is someone who enjoys bringing clarity to complexity and progress to meaningful work. You’re comfortable leading a diverse program of projects from big picture intent through to delivery, keeping strategy, people and outcomes connected. You use resources and budgets thoughtfully, communicate with purpose, and build strong, trusted relationships across the University and beyond. You’re at your best when translating complex information into clear insights for senior leaders, managing risk with care, and supporting change in ways that help people come along for the journey. With a practical mindset and a focus on continuous improvement, you’re motivated by leaving things better than you found them and strengthening how Student Services plans, delivers and reports on work that supports our students and communities.

You will possess:

• Proven experience in planning, developing and delivering business improvement and change initiatives, preferably in a higher education context.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting business needs and priorities, ideally including knowledge of student services operations and student information systems.
• Expertise in assessing business priorities, impact and risk, with a track record of proactively mitigating risks and improving processes.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and initiatives, coordinating resources and building collaborative relationships across the University and beyond to achieve results.
• Solid understanding of legislation and policy frameworks relevant to student administration, support and services.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage stakeholders, convey ideas clearly and produce high-quality reports for a range of audiences, including senior leaders.

How to apply

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other opportunities.

Applications for this position close midnight, Tuesday 3 February 2026 (AEDT).

Your completed application must include a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Position description:  494115_position description.pdf

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.

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

Liz Moon
Academic Registrar and Director, Student Services
Telephone: 07 5459 4693
Email: academicregistrar@usc.edu.au

or

Kristie Husk
Talent Acquisition Manager
Telephone: +61 0418 884 610
Email: khusk@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

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

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 and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

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 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence 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.