Manager, Scholarships

• $138,282 to $154,666
• Ongoing, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 24043
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $163,646 to $183,034 pa (HEW10) (inclusive of $138,282 to $154,666 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply.

We are seeking a Manager, Scholarships to join Student Administration, Student Services and Wellbeing, Administrative Division.

The Manager, Scholarships manages all QUT merit, non-merit and Faculty Scholarships across the enterprise. The role will prioritise the centralisation of scholarship administrative activities and will contribute to university scholarship retention and attraction strategies.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Student Services and Wellbeing portfolio leads the university-wide strategy and coordination of all non-academic matters related to the student experience. The portfolio of Student Services and Wellbeing delivers a range of services across the student life cycle, as well as providing advice and leadership to the university on a broad range of student and staff matters, including social justice and public policy. Student Services and Wellbeing consists of the following departments: Student Administration, Student Engagement, Equity, Student Services and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE). The portfolio also has strong links to and works closely with QUT’s Oodgeroo Unit and Human Resources..

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of postgraduate qualifications in conjunction with extensive experience in the higher education sector. 
2. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to prepare clear and concise documentation and reports for varied audiences.
3. Proven experience in leading diverse, high performing teams that enhance the student experience and wellbeing.
4. Highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal skills to effectively advise, influence and communicate complex information to a diverse audience and to establish operational and strategic partnerships across organisational boundaries.
5. Demonstrated high level organisational ability and initiative that demonstrates attention to detail, work planning to meet deadlines and the ability to prioritise competing demands.

Life at QUT

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

Belong at QUT 

In support of our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

View the job details at: Queensland University of Technology - Manager, Scholarships 

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