"Student Support Project Coordinator (Safety and Wellbeing)"

• Champion safer campuses and stronger wellbeing systems
• Lead gender based violence prevention, response & compliance at a university
• Make a measurable impact on student safety

Be Bold. Belong. Be More.At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

As our Student Support Project Coordinator (Safety and Wellbeing) within Student Support and Success, you will lead the implementation of the University’s student safety and gender-based violence (GBV) prevention initiatives. This role is critical to meeting national legislative requirements and driving evidence-based prevention, response and reporting frameworks that strengthen safety across our campuses and online environments.You will make an impact by:

• In collaboration with the Manager Counselling (Safety and Wellbeing), developing and implementing the Southern Cross University student safety action plans and initiatives with a strong focus on prevention and response to GBV Prevention & Response Plan 2026–2030, complying with legislative requirements.
• Designing and delivering prevention campaigns, programs, mandatory training modules and wellbeing initiatives
• Leading projects to enhance student safety and coordinating student risk management systems, disclosure pathways and safety planning processes
• Developing executive-level reporting and continuous improvement measures to ensure compliance and sector best practice

What you will bring

You are an experienced safety and wellbeing professional with strong expertise in gender-based violence prevention and response. You bring a trauma-informed, risk-aware approach and are confident leading initiatives independently while engaging diverse stakeholders across complex environments.To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in social work, health promotion, mental health or a risk/safety related discipline
• Demonstrated experience implementing GBV prevention and response initiatives or organisational student safety action plans
• A sound understanding of national legislative and compliance frameworks relating to student safety in higher education.
• Experience in risk assessment, safety planning and managing disclosures sensitively and appropriately
• Strong project management, reporting and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience using elearning/risk/CRM systems

It would be highly regarded if you have experience in university settings, domestic and family violence services, or established networks within the GBV prevention sector.

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.Your opportunity is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at Gold Coast, QLD 4225. Regular travel between campuses will be required. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities
• HEW Level 6. The base salary ranges from $95,961 – $105,250 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $123,143.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.Name: Ms Briony Leonard, Manager, Counselling & SafetyPhone: 02 66269643Email: briony.leonard@scu.edu.au

Applications close 11.30pm AEDT Wednesday 25 March 2026

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to jobs@scu.edu.au.

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