Scholarships and Prizes Officer

About The Team

Join a passionate and purpose-driven team at Murdoch University that plays a vital role in supporting student success. The Scholarships function manages the full lifecycle of both donor-funded and University-funded scholarship programs—from promotion and application assessment to confirming eligibility, awarding, and payments. With a strong focus on fairness, transparency, and equity, the team contributes directly to the University's strategic priorities while creating meaningful opportunities for students.

Your New Role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Scholarships and Prizes Officer. In this role, you will be responsible for the effective administration of student scholarships and prizes, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience for students throughout the application and disbursement process.

Your key responsibilities will include –

• Administer student scholarships and prizes under the direction of the Manager, Student Enquiry and Scholarships.
• Respond to student enquiries regarding scholarship applications and eligibility.
• Assess scholarship applications and coordinate the timely disbursement of funds.
• Collaborate with academic and professional services teams to support the University's strategic goals.
• Work closely with the Director, Student Experience to ensure business processes are student-focused, efficient and effective.

Please refer to the

Position Description

for further details.

What We Offer You

This Continuous| Part time (22.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $79K – $96K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our

benefits and services page

Join us

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you'll bring to the role:

• A degree with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and training.
• Knowledge of student admin regulations and experience ensuring compliance with policies and standards.
• A strong customer service focus with a drive for continuous process improvement.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Mark Ennis, Manager, Student Enquiry,

and quote JR104292 as the reference.

Applications Close on 9 September :59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.