• Help shape a world-class student experience through inclusive onboarding and engagement initiatives.
• Lead transition programs in collaboration with key university stakeholders.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis from 5/1/2026 until 28/8/2026.
• Base salary range: $95,231– $100,643 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Directorate of Student Life sits within the Education Portfolio, overseen by the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Education. Student Life plays an integral role in the shared strategic goal of providing a world-class student experience.

The Directorate has five core divisions, Student Administration, Student Offices, International Student Experience and Global Learning, Student Equity and Success, and Student Wellbeing and Engagement. The scope of services centre on the student journey, from the provision of student programs and activities that support and promote access to UWA, to student enrolment, course planning, transition, and progression through the lifecycle of study to graduation. The Directorate is also responsible for the delivery of services that promote academic success and support wellbeing and engagement for an enhanced student experience. Student Life works closely with the Student Guild, affiliated residential colleges and the wider UWA Education portfolio.

The division of Student Wellbeing and Engagement facilitates a high-quality student experience through the provision of integrated and comprehensive services. The Wellbeing team is responsible for the delivery of the UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework focusing on opportunities for early intervention and timely access to low barrier services. Student Wellbeing and Engagement has four broad areas of Counselling and Psychological services; early intervention services and cohort initiatives in Student Wellbeing; International Student Support, Student Engagement and the provision of a contemporary onboarding experience; and primary prevention initiatives and secondary response to gender-based violence through the Respectful and Safer Communities team.

About the opportunity

• Assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of orientation and onboarding programs for the University
• Coordinate the recruitment of student volunteers to participate in the University’s mentoring program and design and deliver training
• Work collaboratively with Schools, the UWA Student Guild and other Student Life teams to deliver programs through an integrated service model.

About you

• Passion for helping commencing students successfully transition to life at UWA
• Strong communication and public speaking skills, paired with the ability to create engaging and informative content for different audiences
• Energetic approach to organising and delivering large-scale events under tight deadlines.

Note: Occasional after-hours work may be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: Position Decription - Onboarding Coordinator, Postgraduate (521447 ).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Tennille Trevaskis at tennille.trevaskis@uwa.edu.au

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 Sunday 2 November

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia / This position is only open to Current UWA staff / This position is open to international applicants.

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 Australia’s top university.

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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.

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