Project Officer, Student Programs

2 hours ago


Parkville, Victoria, Australia The University Of Melbourne Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Role type: Full-time; Fixed Term until June

Department: Student and Scholarly Services

Salary: UoM 6 - $98, ,023 p.a. plus 17% super

  • Deliver impactful student services / Collaborate with diverse teams / Enhance student engagement

  • Apply now to lead transformative student programs that foster connection and belonging at the University of Melbourne.

  • Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

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Your next career opportunity

As a Project Officer in Student Program Development, you will have the opportunity to coordinate and deliver student-facing services and events that enhance student engagement and success. You will collaborate with Student Success colleagues to develop and implement programs at scale, ensuring timely messaging and impactful experiences for students. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to student-centred initiatives and build valuable partnerships across academic divisions.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Coordinate Large-Scale Events: Lead the provision of input for major events like Orientation Week and Discover Unimelb.

  • Develop and Implement Programs: Plan and evaluate student engagement initiatives aligned with Student Success goals.

  • Enhance Student Services: Deliver services that improve the student experience through varied formats and collaborations.

  • Create Student-Facing Resources: Develop communications for events, social media, and online platforms.

You may be a great fit if:

You will have experience in student services with a strong understanding of academic issues, and demonstrate excellent communication skills and collaborative abilities to enhance student engagement and success.

You may also:

  • Have tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.

  • Demonstrate experience in planning and delivering student programs in a tertiary setting.

  • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills for diverse audiences.

  • Be adept at working collaboratively across teams and applying adaptive reasoning.

  • Have experience in service or workshop design for high-quality student experiences.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

  • Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

  • Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

  • Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

  • Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

Your new team - Student and Scholarly Services

Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr- You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our Indigenous strategy please visit -

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-

Working at the University - what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Alexandra Beasley via email at hr-, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Position Description: JR Project Officer, Student Program Development PD

JR Project Officer, Student Program Development PD

Applications close Wednesday 15 October 2025 at 12.01AM AEDT / Melbourne time.



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