Careers at UniSC

• Marketing and Communications | UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
• Level 3, $42.60 per hour plus 11.5% superannuation
• x10 casual positions available

The Opportunity

UniSC is looking for enthusiastic Student Mentors to join our Pasifika Student Mentor Program—an inspiring Widening Participation initiative that empowers Māori and Pasifika high school students to explore university pathways. Running from July to December, this paid mentoring role involves approximately 40 hours of workshop delivery and mentoring activities, giving you the chance to make a meaningful impact while building your own skills and experience.

For more information, please visit us online Marketing and Communications

You will

• Complete all required mentoring training prior to program commencement;
• Facilitate online and face-to-face campus workshops for groups of Pasifika high school students;
• Develop and maintain culturally appropriate mentoring relationships with Pasifika students;
• Share personal experiences of university life and educational journeys in an authentic and engaging manner;
• Provide information about university pathways, programs, and support services;
• Participate in program evaluation activities to help assess effectiveness and inform improvements;
• Maintain regular communication with the program coordinator and other mentors; and
• Complete all administrative requirements, including timesheets, attendance records, and feedback forms.

About you

You're a confident and engaging communicator with strong interpersonal skills, especially when connecting with high school students. You’re able to share your educational journey in a way that’s both relatable and inspiring, creating a meaningful connection with those you mentor. Reliable, punctual, and full of positive energy, you approach every session with genuine enthusiasm and a commitment to supporting and uplifting others.

You will possess:

• Current enrolment in a UniSC degree;
• Pasifika cultural background or demonstrated understanding of and connection to Pasifika communities;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in engaging with high school students;
• Ability to share personal educational experiences in an inspiring and relatable way;
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality with a positive approach to engage with the program; and
• Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or ability to obtain one before program commencement.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in mentoring, tutoring, or workshop facilitation.
• Understanding of challenges faced by Pasifika students in pursuing higher education.
• Understanding of university support services.
• Experience in public speaking or group facilitation.
• Leadership experience in university, community, or cultural contexts.

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.

All applications must be lodged through the Careers at UniSC website.

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

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

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 1 June 2025.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the job advertisement. There will be opportunity within the application form to also include supporting documentation should you wish.

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

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:

Peter Lavercombe
Manager, Widening Participation – Marketing and Communications
Telephone: (07) 5459 4668
Email: plavercombe@usc.edu.au

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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.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.