Student Affairs and Curriculum Coordinator, USSC

Flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, discounted gym membership, salary sacrificing, generous leave and other entitlements

Full time, continuing opportunity

Annual Salary $+0,000 + 11.5% superannuation

About the Centre

The United States Studies Centre (USSC), located at the University of Sydney, is an independent foreign policy research centre. The USSC provides balanced and objective analysis, evidence-based insights and tangible solutions to complex problems for policymakers, businesses, students and the public. Our vision to shape policy, debate and ideas by deepening Australians’ understanding of, and strengthening Australia's relationship with, the United States.

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About the opportunity


The Student Affairs and Curriculum Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the academic team and ensuring smooth coordination between the Centre and the University of Sydney on teaching and curriculum processes. Working within a highly collaborative and values-driven team at the United States Studies Centre (USSC), this role develops and delivers high-impact student and alumni engagement programs, including high school outreach, internships, and alumni activities, contributing to the Centre’s educational mission.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

work closely with the Academic Director, academic staff, students, alumni, and university stakeholders

coordinate curriculum processes and teaching-related administration in line with university policies

manage the Centre’s internship, high school, and alumni engagement programs

oversee and maintain student and alumni data, including CRM management (e.g. Salesforce)

manage budget tracking, reconciliations, invoice payments, and purchasing for relevant programs

support event delivery for student, alumni, and outreach activities.

About you:

experience supporting academic teams or programs within a tertiary education or multi-stakeholder environment

experience managing student or alumni engagement programs, preferably across domestic and international cohorts

experience using databases or CRM systems, ideally Salesforce

strong financial administration experience, including budget tracking and reconciliation

demonstrated ability to navigate complex administrative processes and policies in a tertiary setting

experience with systems such as Hyperion Reporting System, Fraedom, Records Management, or Content Management Systems.

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Benefits of working with us

In addition to the employee’s salary and superannuation, the Centre provides a range of benefits including:

Family-friendly working hours and flexible working arrangements that let you balance your work and personal responsibilities

Generous leave entitlements, including annual leave, sick leave, carers leave, long service leave, family violence leave and paid parental leave

Breastfeeding rooms and a breastfeeding policy, with several childcare centres near the University

Professional development allowance, plus a range of training and development opportunities provided by the University

Salary packaging for motor vehicles, laptops and superannuation

Staff discounts on selected bank products and health insurance

UniSuper superannuation advice, seminars and financial advisers

Discounted rates to Uni sport and fitness centres

Free annual flu vaccinations

Free counselling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) service

Discounted veterinary services for pets of staff

Free access to the University library.

About our Culture

The Centre is committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture that supports career progression, diversity, mental health, and sustainability. With an active Social Responsibility Committee, regular training and events, and a vibrant Social Club, the Centre has been recognised with awards for Best Workplace and Culture Change. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, including women, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ individuals, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to apply

We do not accept email applications . Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For any questions regarding the position, please contact USSC via email at erin.thurgar@sydney.edu.au

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