Careers at UniSC

• Academic Support Unit | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Professional Level 6 - $92,964 - $100,603 p.a. plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full Time, fixed term appointment until 24 December 2026

The Opportunity

Based in UniSC’s high-performing Academic Support Unit (ASU), this role offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Accreditation Support Officer to coordinate internal and external accreditation activities. Working closely with academic and professional staff, you will provide expert advice, support program governance, liaise with accrediting bodies, and ensure compliance with legislative and institutional standards—contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement across UniSC’s academic programs.

You will:

• provide specialist advice and high-level guidance on accreditation processes;
• coordinate internal and external accreditation activities and site visits;
• support academic governance through accurate reporting, recordkeeping, and secretariat support; and
• contribute to policy alignment, continuous improvement, and customer experience excellence.

About PACE

The UniSC PACE (Performance, Achievement, Curriculum, Experience) Learning and Teaching Model is a transformative initiative that reimagines how students engage with education at UniSC. Grounded in flexibility and personalisation, the model enables students to learn at their own pace- on campus or online - through a simplified academic calendar, modernised curriculum design, and flexible enrolment options. It empowers students with greater choice and access while supporting their wellbeing and success. Staff benefit from streamlined processes and more balanced teaching and research periods, contributing to a high-performing, collaborative academic environment.

PACE delivers reform across three core areas:

• a trimester-based academic calendar with shorter sessions for flexibility;
• renewed programs aligned with UniSC’s Curriculum Design Framework; and
• concurrent enrolment options that remove barriers to student progression.

These elements work together to ensure a consistent, high-quality learning experience that is contemporary, inclusive, and responsive to student needs and market demands. Through PACE, UniSC demonstrates its commitment to excellence, innovation, and student-centred education as outlined in its 2025–2028 strategic plan.

About you:

You are a detail-oriented and adaptable professional with strong knowledge of accreditation processes, academic governance, and compliance frameworks within a tertiary education environment. With excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, you build effective partnerships and can confidently provide guidance to diverse stakeholders.

You thrive in complex environments, applying sound judgement to interpret policy and legislation, while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism. You’re proactive, tech-savvy, and committed to delivering high-quality administrative support that contributes to UniSC’s strategic goals.

You will possess:

• A relevant degree with subsequent experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training;
• Strong knowledge of accreditation requirements and university governance processes;
• Experience coordinating accreditation or quality assurance activities in higher education;
• Highly developed problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, engage with diverse stakeholders, and work both independently and within a team;
• Excellent digital literacy, particularly within the Microsoft 365 suite, and the ability to adopt new systems and technologies effectively; and
• A continuous improvement mindset and adaptability in changing environments.

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 -  493615 - Senior Accreditation Support Officer

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

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

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

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 14 September 2025.   

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to 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.

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:

Georgi McAdam
Team Leader, School Accreditation Support – Academic Support Unit
Email: gmcadam@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.

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. In 2024, we moved 97 places to be in the top 110 institutions in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings (2024)

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 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.