"Scholarships Specialist"

Scholarships Specialist

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• $92,239 to $99,875
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

Reference number: 25407

Term: Fixed-term, full-time until 31 December 2025

Remuneration: $109,157 to $118,193 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $92,239 to $99,875 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)

Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Scholarships Specialist to join Student Administration, People Services, Administrative Division.

The Scholarships Specialist has responsibility for the assessment and administration of centrally administered scholarships. In addition, the Scholarships Specialist supports students through the maintenance of systems and resources, answering enquiries and participating in marketing and recruitment events.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

This role sits within the QUT Scholarships Team of the People Services Portfolio, Administrative Division. The People Services Portfolio provides a range of high quality services designed to enrich the staff and student experience at QUT. Services provided by the Portfolio span across the entire student and staff life cycle. In addition, the Portfolio provides advice and leadership to the university on a broad range of student and staff matters, including social justice and public policy.

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to a degree in a relevant area in conjunction with subsequent relevant experience.
2. Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills that will enable effective communication with students and staff from diverse backgrounds.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding, or capacity to quickly acquire knowledge, of scholarship policies procedures and systems.
4. Evidence of high-level organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
5. Demonstrated administrative skills, including high attention to detail, accurate record keeping and computer literacy skills.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

View the job details at: Queensland University of Technology - Scholarships Specialist

Job opens: 04-Aug-2025

Applications Close: 18-Aug-2025 at 11.30pm