Description:
Play a proactive role in assisting international students have a connected education experience.• Chief Learner Experience Office –Mt Helen Campus
• Full-time, fixed term appointment until December 2025
• HEW 6 - $91,516 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuationPosition closing date: 10/08/2025
Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.
With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.
About the role
The International Student Advisor is responsible for enhancing international students’ experience and wellbeing through advice, support, engagement and education activities. As the first point of contact for international students, you will play a proactive role in assisting students to have a happy, healthy, safe and connected education experience.
You will:
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lead a range of student voice and co-creation activities;
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coordinate a variety of innovative events and initiatives for international students; and
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promote an international student inclusive environment at Federation University.
About you
You will understand the transition needs of international students and be able to assist these needs with your established interpersonal and communications skills. You will have a passion to support students meet their academic and personal goals whilst also having the ability to work independently and collaboratively on conflicting tasks.
You will possess:
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professional experience providing direct welfare services;
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a high level of professionalism and organisational skills; and
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a high level of cultural competence with experience working within different cultural contexts.
All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday, 10 August 2025
Applicants are required to submit a resume and a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages.
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