Sponsored Students Officer
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Sponsored Students Officer (522548)
- Support globally sponsored students in a collaborative international university setting.
- Flexible parttime role with meaningful impact on the student experience.
- Part-time (0.4 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until 22/1/2027.
- Base salary range: $83212 $92231 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Global Engagement leads initiatives focused on achievement of global engagement and the internationalisation strategy. The team works collaboratively across the University to progress international student recruitment research and industry engagement initiatives. It establishes strategic partnerships and maintains strong relationships with key education research public and private sector organisations worldwide.
The Global Learning and Sponsored Students team supports both international students studying at UWA and domestic students seeking international study experiences. The Global Learning and Sponsored Students team assists students with their transition to UWA acts as a point of contact and ensures appropriate support and advice is provided to students. The team is responsible for operationalising the Universitys strategic goals in Student Mobility managing inbound and outbound Student Exchange and Study Abroad programs as well as liaising together with Global Engagement Managers with key stakeholders in international sponsorship agencies and supporting their students.
About the opportunity
- Provide administrative and operational support to new and continuing international sponsored students ensuring compliance with external sponsor requirements University policies and procedures and Australian Government legislative frameworks.
- Deliver highlevel administrative support to the sponsored students function including coordination and support of student events communications and routine processes to ensure a positive student experience.
- Use sound judgement expertise and initiative to provide accurate advice and highquality support to students and staff contributing to the effective delivery of services within the sponsored students area.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Demonstrated organisational and administration skills with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and complete tasks within deadlines.
- Experience in coordinating events for international students of diverse ages and cultural backgrounds.
- Experience in the interpretation and application of policies in a tertiary education environment.
- Broad knowledge of Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) National Code and Australian educational systems and frameworks and government policies.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. Occasional weekend or evening work may be required by the successful applicant.
Position description: PD - Sponsored Students Officer (522548).pdf
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Debra Basanovic at
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday 24 February 2026
This position is only open to Current UWA staff.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6-digit job reference number.
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