• Help international students feel welcomed, supported, and connected to UWA.
• An opportunity to be part of the team that makes a meaningful impact on students’ lives. 
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12-months with possible extension.
• Base salary range: $77,205.00 – $82,011 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 and Student Experience. Student Life plays an integral role in the shared strategic goal of providing a world-class student experience. 

The Directorate has four core divisions, Student Administration, Student Offices, 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 division is responsible for the delivery of the UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework and the UWA Safe, Respectful and Inclusive Communities Framework. Student Wellbeing and Engagement has five broad areas - tertiary prevention through the Complex Case Management team; early intervention, cohort initiatives and timely access to low barrier services through the Student Wellbeing team; counselling through the Psychology team; and the provision of a contemporary onboarding experience through the Student Engagement team; provide care and specialist support for international students through the International Student Support team and primary prevention programs and clinical response to gender-based violence through the Safe and Respectful Communities team.

About the opportunity

You will, under general direction, support new and current international students’ wellbeing and success by providing quality advice and information. This role will also assist in planning, promoting, and organising engagement activities as well as connecting with students across all channels, including in-person at the International Student Lounge, and linking them with support services that support their academic and personal success.

This role would suit a recent international student graduate who can bring lived experience to the role and who has a genuine interest in supporting students to succeed.

About you

• Year 12 or equivalent competency.
• Considerable relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level.
• Knowledge of relevant support services available to international students.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and work productively as part of a team.
• Experience in coordinating events for international students from diverse ages and cultural backgrounds will be highly regarded.

Special requirements

• A current Working with Children Check
• National Police Clearance
• Occasional weekend or after-hours work may be required

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION International Student Support and Engagement Assistant- (521017).docx.doc

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jocelyn Chee at jocelyn.chee@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 21 September 2025.

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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