International Admissions Officer
International Admissions Officer
Location: 90 Sippy Downs Drive, UniSC Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, 4556
1 Moreton Parade, UniSC Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia, 4502
Classification: Individual contributor
Category: International
Salary: L5 $82,843 - $93,358 +17% super
Employment Type: Full-Time
International | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs or UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
Level 5, $82,843 - $93,358 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
Full-time (36.25 hours per week), ongoing appointment
The Opportunity
Become an integral member of the International Admissions and Compliance team, responsible for assessing and admitting international students in line with UniSC policies and legislative frameworks. You will ensure timely, accurate processing of applications, maintain compliance with key regulations such as the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act and the Commonwealth’s simplified student visa framework (SSVF), and provide high-quality advice to applicants and stakeholders. Your contribution will directly support the University’s mission to increase cultural diversity and international enrolment growth.
For more information, please visit us online: International
You will
- assess international student applications to determine eligibility against University policies, admission requirements, and visa regulations;
- provide clear, timely advice to applicants, agents, and internal stakeholders regarding admissions, enrolment, fees, scholarships, and visa-related matters; and
- apply proactive application case management to contribute to diverse international student growth.
About you
You bring a combination of relevant qualifications and experience in international admissions or a similar customer-focused environment. You are knowledgeable of international student regulations and adept at managing complex applications in a high-volume context. Your strong communication skills and cultural awareness enable you to engage effectively with diverse international clients and internal stakeholders. You are organised, proactive, and committed to delivering excellent service in a dynamic environment.
You will possess:
- completion of a relevant degree with subsequent work experience, or equivalent combination of education/training and experience;
- experience in international admissions within the Australian higher education sector or demonstrated ability to work in complex, customer-focused roles;
- proficiency with university systems and databases or the aptitude to learn quickly;
- knowledge or ability to quickly acquire knowledge of SSVF, The National Code (ESOS), PRISMS, and associated compliance frameworks; and
- strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated cultural competence.
Desirable
fluency in a language other than English and of significance to the University's recruitment strategy in in South or South-East Asia.
Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Position Description: 494519_International Admissions Officer
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC
Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 31 May 2026.
Your completed application must include:
- a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.
We will be reviewing applications and contacting suitable candidates throughout the duration of this advertisement. We strongly encourage you to submit your interest as soon as possible.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Sarah MacDonald
Coordinator International Admissions and Compliance - International
Telephone: 07 5456 5774
Email: smacdona@usc.edu.au
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