Team Leader, Student Support (Financial Aid)
The University of Melbourne Parkville, Victoria, Australia- Opening Date: 04-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 18-Sep-2024
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
- UOM 7 – $106,432 – $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Lead the day-to-day delivery of financial aid services to students, ensuring that the services are effective in delivering the agreed outcomes for students, and are delivered effectively and professionally, in a context where students may be facing considerable personal stresses and challenges.
- Enable the ongoing development and refinement of effective administrative processes, enabling the timely and accurate payment of student grants and short-term and long-term loans.
- Ensure the development and maintenance of effective self-help and resources for students seeking information and guidance to assist students facing common challenges and to develop agency in the resolution of their challenges.
- Actively contribute to innovation and continuous improvement of practices and processes based on analysis and feedback, working collaboratively with stakeholders to inform business improvements.
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- Demonstrated adoption of values by acting in the best interest of the University; displaying service excellence by striving to deliver beyond expectations and taking ownership of the delivery; and value working collaboratively, connecting with people and building relationships in your workplace.
- Demonstrated experience in student support services, ideally within financial aid or scholarship services, and developing, delivering and evaluating services against predetermined objectives.
- Demonstrated experience in working with students in an advising context, ideally with experience in a student wellbeing context.
- Generous leave provisions
- Salary packaging
- Health and well-being services
- Discounts on graduate courses
- This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
- In the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed.
Team Leader, Student Support (Financial Aid)
Job no: 0052715
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Student and Scholarly Services
Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 – $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
Take on a key role within Campus Community team
Lead a team of advisors who provide financial assistance to a diverse student community
Drive impactful financial aid initiatives and services
Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Team Leader, Student Support plays a central role in the design, development, delivery and evaluation of the university's financial aid service, responding to the needs of a diverse student community.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead the day-to-day delivery of financial aid services to students, ensuring that the services are effective in delivering the agreed outcomes for students, and are delivered effectively and professionally, in a context where students may be facing considerable personal stresses and challenges.
- Enable the ongoing development and refinement of effective administrative processes, enabling the timely and accurate payment of student grants and short-term and long-term loans.
- Ensure the development and maintenance of effective self-help and resources for students seeking information and guidance to assist students facing common challenges and to develop agency in the resolution of their challenges.
- Actively contribute to innovation and continuous improvement of practices and processes based on analysis and feedback, working collaboratively with stakeholders to inform business improvements.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication, and the flexibility to prioritise and adapt to peak demands, effectively engaging with a diverse range of individuals from students to senior management.
You will also have:
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- Demonstrated adoption of values by acting in the best interest of the University; displaying service excellence by striving to deliver beyond expectations and taking ownership of the delivery; and value working collaboratively, connecting with people and building relationships in your workplace.
- Demonstrated experience in student support services, ideally within financial aid or scholarship services, and developing, delivering and evaluating services against predetermined objectives.
- Demonstrated experience in working with students in an advising context, ideally with experience in a student wellbeing context.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.
Position Description
Advertised: 04 Sep 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 18 Sep 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
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