Scholarships Assistant

Scholarships Assistant

• Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic
• Perth, Western Australia
• Contract Full Time

Date posted: 26/5/2026

• Full-time, fixed-term contract to November 2026
• Competitive remuneration plus 17% superannuation
• On-campus amenities including a gym, medical centre, and childcare facilities

Job Reference: 1595328

About the Role

At Curtin University, we are committed to supporting students to succeed through accessible financial assistance programs, equitable assessment processes, and exceptional service delivery. We are seeking a highly organised and customer-focused Scholarships Support Officer to support the administration of the Commonwealth Prac Payment program.

The Commonwealth Prac Payment is an Australian Government initiative that provides financial support to eligible students undertaking mandatory placements as part of their studies. The Payment aims to reduce financial barriers that may impact placement participation and academic success.

In this role, you will assist students through the application and payment process, provide timely advice and support, and help ensure the smooth delivery of scholarship and government-funded payment services. A key component of the role involves assessing applications from students experiencing financial hardship and applying means-tested eligibility criteria in a fair, consistent, and equitable manner.

The successful candidate will demonstrate empathy, sound judgement, and a commitment to supporting diverse student cohorts through transparent and student-centred processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality customer service and accurate advice to current students
• Process and assess student applications in line with established guidelines and KPIs
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records across university systems
• Assist with student account creation and payment processing
• Liaise with internal stakeholders including academic staff, Financial Services, and support teams
• Contribute to a collaborative and student-centred team environment

About You:

We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced administrative environment and enjoys helping students navigate important support services.

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong cross-cultural awareness
• A customer-focused approach with the ability to handle enquiries professionally and tactfully
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

Desirable

• Experience administering scholarships, sponsorships, or government support programs
• Experience within a tertiary education environment

Role Requirements

1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
2. Successful applicants may be subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

Student Services

Student Services is the student administration centre of Curtin University, providing and coordinating administrative services to support both staff and students. Under the Student Management work area, the Scholarships Office ensures the University selects the best students for its courses in an equitable, accountable and transparent manner.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.

For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This role attracts a salary package of $76,769 - $80,677 per annum (G04) plus 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Up to date resume
• Cover Letter addressing the essential selection criteria (no more than 1 page)

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 9.00pm (AWST), 2 June 2026

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.