"PASS@UNE Project Advisor"

PASS@UNE Project Advisor

Education Enterprise

• Continuing full-time
• $ 98,632 to $ 110,433 per annum (HEO7) + 17% super
• Salary packaging options available
• Generous leave entitlements including Christmas shutdown, parental, cultural, gender affirmation & domestic violence
• 5 weeks annual leave + Christmas shutdown leave
• Armidale based role Flexible or hybrid work arrangements available.
• Relocation assistance available
• Armidale based role - Free on campus parking 
• Armidale based role - On campus gym and pool + sporting competitions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Diverse and supportive workplace with UNE Ally Network, Equity Committee, Queer Space

About the role

The Project Advisor is responsible for oversight of day-to-day operations of the PASS@UNE program. Reporting to the Project Specialist, the role includes advising on strategic development and contributing to the management, training and support of the large casual student team. The Project Advisor will liaise with academic staff, students and university stakeholders working to continuously improve program effectiveness while aligning with UNE's goals for student success.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven team management and leadership skills, with a focus on creating a culture of quality teamwork, high performance, and positive outcomes within changing work environments.
• Experience in student support and engagement or similar, with demonstrated ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including students, professional and academic staff to advance peer learning and retention initiatives.
• Strong administrative and project organisation experience, including the ability to manage systems, balance competing priorities, and deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills, using qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions, anticipate emerging needs, and make evidence-based recommendations for continuous improvement and innovative problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple processes, implement monitoring mechanisms, and exercise sound decision-making in fast-paced environments.

About PASS@UNE

PASS@UNE operates two student Peer Assistance services, PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions) and PAM (Peer Academic Mentoring). These services provide study guidance and a vital connection to the UNE community for students. PASS@UNE has a core admin team that oversees the coordination of up 80 PASS sessions per week as well as operating the PAM service 7-days per week. The team works in a dynamic online environment monitoring the remote work of 80-90 casual student staff.

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Francie Finn PASS@UNE Project Specialist, phone: 02 6773 1276, email: ffinn5@une.edu.au.

If you require any adjustments or support to fully participate such as an alternative format for the application form please contact your Talent Acquisition Consultant at jobapplication@une.edu.au or on 02 6773 3705.

If you have a disability and would like a confidential conversation about working at UNE, you are welcome to contact our Health, Safety and Wellbeing Team.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Statement below.

Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.

To Apply

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 8 March 2026

Reference No: 225203

Please submit the following documents by clicking the Apply Now button below:

Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 225203

Your application should be comprised of:

• Covering letter;
• Responses to selection criteria
• Current CV.

Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position.

About Armidale

Armidale is an attractive and vibrant city that combines all the features of a bustling regional town centre with the tranquility of rural living. It boasts gourmet restaurants and cafes, boutique shopping, quality schools and sporting facilities. Surrounded by mountain gorges, waterfalls and national parks, Armidales natural beauty and distinct seasons make it an ideal place to live and thrive. To find out more, visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience. Information about relocation assistance.

https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/tamworth-area.

UNE: A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

At UNE, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the unique perspectives they bring. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and empowered to contribute their best. 

We warmly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with lived experience of mental health or disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQIA+.

UNE is committed to enabling all staff to thrive and ensuring that our LGBTIQIA+ community and staff from all cultures feel included and respected. Our UNE Ally Network is here for staff and students and for any questions, contact our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant. 

About Our Process

At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values: Be Bold, Be Kind, Be Accountable, Be Connected. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement.

If you are the preferred candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to the university making an offer of employment. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically excluded from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law).

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