Scholarships and Portal Facilitator (Identified Role)

Scholarships and Portal Facilitator (Identified Role)
Aurora Education Foundation

• Work Type: Hybrid, 2 days in the office and 3 days WFH
• Employment type: Full-time
• Salary: $65,000 to $75,000 + superannuation + NFP salary packaging

About Aurora:

Aurora’s vision is a society in which Australia’s First Peoples determine their aspirations through education and life-long learning, shaping a new future for our country.

Our mission is to inspire First Peoples in their education journey and connect them with educational and career opportunities that enable them to realise their potential.

At Aurora, we're on an exciting growth trajectory, intensifying our impact and expanding our horizons. To fulfil our mission, we're broadening our team with individuals eager to contribute to our vision, strategy and purpose-driven culture. Below is the outline of one such opportunity awaiting your expertise. However, we encourage you to explore all newly created job positions to find the one that best aligns with your career aspirations, capabilities, and passions.

Aurora is an Indigenous organisation registered in Supply Nation and won the Australian Employer of Choice Award 2023-2024.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Aurora is an EEO employer that welcomes applications from people who have a disability, are LGBTIQA+, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds. 

About the role:

This is a newly created role is accountable to the Pathways Leader | Scholarships and Indigenous Pathways Portal and is responsible for the delivery, development, and successful outcomes of the Pathways and Partnerships teams. The focus will be on the delivery of domestic and international Scholarships and the Indigenous Pathways Portal.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Pathways Leader | Scholarships and Indigenous Pathways Portal to administer the end-to-end process for all domestic and international scholarships. 
• Preparation and distribution of all documentation
• Support the Pathways Leader | Scholarships and Indigenous Pathways Portal to administer the Scholar Support Framework.
• Support the maintenance of the Indigenous Pathways Portal and create and ensure all scholarship and opportunity listings remain current and accurate.
• Support to ensure all Indigenous Pathways Portal listings remain current and accurate in Aurora’s CRM.
• Identify Scholarships and opportunities to list on the Indigenous Pathways Portal.
• Maintain awareness of emerging issues to ensure a positive user experience of the Portal. 
• Maintain awareness of emerging themes in Indigenous employment, the tertiary and VET education sectors to assess the viability of potential target audiences.
• Support with collating data to ensure funding and reporting requirements are met.
• Support the Pathways Leader | Scholarships and Indigenous Pathways Portal to develop and implement a calendar of engagements to promote Scholarships and the Indigenous Pathway Portal
• Support the Pathways Leader | Scholarships and Indigenous Pathways Portal to ensure Scholarships and Indigenous Pathways Portal collateral is relevant and current.
• Support the Pathways Leader | Scholarships and Indigenous Pathways Portal to ensure all Scholarship Program and scholar information on Aurora’s websites and media platforms remains relevant and current. 
• Support with collating data to ensure funding and reporting requirements are met.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Work with Purpose: Be part of a mission that matters, transforming lives and communities by empowering future Indigenous leaders through education and opportunity.
• Grow and Thrive: Enjoy comprehensive development opportunities, including paid training, access to LinkedIn Learning, accredited courses, and an educational allowance. Be inspired by leadership dedicated to your growth and success.
• Inclusive Culture: Embrace a work environment founded on diversity, inclusion, cultural safety, and physiological safety where everyone is valued and belongs.
• Work-Life Harmony: Benefit from our hybrid work model – 3 days working from home, ‘No Meetings Fridays,’ and wellness activations, all designed to enhance your work-life balance and wellbeing.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Take advantage of extensive leave options (e.g., parental leave, study leave, cultural leave, among others), and salary packaging allowing you to claim up to $18,549 annually in tax savings to enhance your financial and personal well-being.

About you:

• Passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people
• Be a leader who prioritises purpose and people and is dedicated to achieving excellence, promoting well-being, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, organisations, histories, and the strengths and issues facing Indigenous people in Australia in meeting their aspirations
• Promote cultural, psychological, and child safety and encourage an inclusive and supportive environment. 
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to collaborate across teams. 
• Prior experience as a Admin/Support Officer, preferably in the educational sector. 
• Individual studying a bachelors of education and/or teaching degree equivalent is highly desirable
• Familiar with IT and CRM systems including working with M365, Sharepoint and Dynamics (or Equivalent)
• If you’re a high achiever driven by the desire to make a significant impact, let’s connect. Together, we can create pathways that allow every individual’s potential to be realised. Join us in this vital, fulfilling work and be part of a legacy of change and growth.

Please direct any questions related to this position to **@aurorafoundation.com.au

If you are interested in applying to join the team, please submit your resume.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Aurora is an EEO employer that welcomes applications from people who have a disability, are LGBTIQA+, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds.