Scholarships Advisor

Overview:

- Scholarships AdvisorPart-time (0.8/28.8 hours per week), Fixed Term position until July 2026- Salary Level HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation- Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working
- About the role

The Coursework Scholarships team ensures the efficient operation, reporting, management and payments of RMIT University coursework scholarships.

As the Scholarship Advisor, you will administer various databases, excel spreadsheets and ensure the efficient operation, reporting and management of RMIT coursework scholarships (predominately domestic). This will include administering the new Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP).
- You will also manage and monitor processes and recommend relevant changes to financial and recording systems to the Manager. The position also maintains the currency of marketing and promotional material on scholarships, and undertakes scholarship evaluation and reporting activities. Maintaining a detailed knowledge of coursework scholarships is an integral part of this role.

To be successful in this position, you will have:
High level of discretion in maintaining confidentiality and privacy of student data records.- Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret information, report and make recommendations for action.-
- Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work and complete projects/tasks with a high level of accuracy to tight timelines within a high level of independence.- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills. The ability to work cooperatively and flexibly as part of a team, within a positive service-oriented environment.- Prior experience in a University setting (advantageous)

About the Portfolio

The Education Portfolio is headed by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education and Vice President who leads the planning and implementation of the University’s strategies related to RMIT’s academic programs and the RMIT student experience. The Portfolio is responsible for services to support the quality of RMIT programs, including the professional development of academic staff, continuous improvement of the student experience, learning and teaching outcomes and the management of learning and research information sources.

The Education Portfolio plays a key role in empowering students to access education, participate actively in the life of the University and achieve successful and fulfilling lives beyond graduation. The provision of a stimulating and satisfying experience for students is a priority for the University.

The Students group shapes, designs and delivers key student services and experiences to prepare RMIT students for study, life and the global workforce.

We work in partnership with students, academics, professional staff, industry and the community to deliver transformative student experiences that improve access, participation, retention and success for all RMIT students.

Our objectives are to:
Shape, co-create and inform an inclusive, safe, industry-engaged and global student experience

Deliver impactful, connected service, care and development opportunities at scale, and to

Engage, empower and value each other so that together we can make a difference.

We welcome a diversity of perspectives and are inclusive in our approach to work. We are aligned in our passion for having a collective and positive impact on the student experience at RMIT. Our team is comprised of talented and motivated people from a range of professional disciplines and backgrounds, at various stages of their careers and including RMIT students.

We are a values-led organisation and we value imagination, agility, passion, inclusion, courage and impact. The Group is led by the Executive Director Students.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.


Position Description - Scholarships Advisor

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20 May 2025 11.59 pm
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