• Full-Time, Ongoing Position
• Remuneration: $117,645 to $126,892 p.a. - Includes 17% Superannuation & Leave
• Based at Western’s Penrith (Kingswood) Campus
• Unlock your potential with WSU: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, work from home options (up to 2 days per week), development opportunities and more!

About Western Sydney University

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centred excellence.

Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry. The University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at ‘World Standard’ or above. In 2022, 2023, and 2024 the University was placed 1st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings.

Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.

About the Office of Student Experience and Marketing

The Office of Student Experience & Marketing (SEM) is responsible for attracting and enrolling prospective students and optimising the students’ experience throughout their time at Western. Peer Programs, empowers students to create meaningful and impactful learning communities that support their success. With their peers alongside, at PASS, MATES and English Conversation Groups, students gain the skills, self-efficacy and confidence as learners needed to succeed in their transition to and retention at university. The Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) Program is a student-centred learning program. PASS Facilitators assist students to understand the content of their subject/s and develop transferable study skills to help improve their grades, overall academic performance, and retention at university.

About the Opportunity

Our Peer Programs team is seeking an experienced Program Coordinator for Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS), our flagship peer learning program.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of the PASS team to ensure the delivery of a high-quality learning program. Responsibilities include overseeing program planning, administrative processes and the recruitment and management of student casuals. This is an exciting and varied role, where you will collaborate with diverse stakeholders including students, professional and Academic staff from across the University.

At Peer Programs, the student is at the heart of everything we do. We work creatively and collaboratively with both staff and students to deliver engaging and impactful learning experiences. Our team is known for its kindness, supportiveness, and humility. We thrive on challenging the status quo, always remaining honest, transparent, and accountable in everything we do.

If you are a passionate leader with expertise in peer learning pedagogies and are eager to directly influence student success, we invite you to join our dedicated and inclusive team. Together, we can have an impact on the educational journey of our students and drive positive change.

This is a full-time position based at Western’s Penrith (Kingswood) Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. Please review the position description for further information.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic individual with an undergraduate degree in a relevant field and substantial management experience in a large organisation. You should understand peer learning pedagogies, online technologies, and learning communities, and possess the skills to lead, motivate, and coordinate teams effectively. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with the ability to maintain effective relationships with staff and students across the University. You should demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to initiative and task follow-through.

Culture

Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.

Benefits & Perks

At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

• Flexible work arrangements & work from home options (up to 2 days per week)
• Professional development opportunities
• Multi-Campus opportunities
• Access to staff benefits – e.g. health and fitness programs such as fitness passport, café and restaurant deals, and many other goods and services

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Don't miss this chance to work at Western Sydney University, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!

Remuneration Package: HEW Level 7 $117,645 to $126,892 p.a. (comprising Salary of $99,411 to $107,225 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Renee Boucher, Manager, Peer Programs, via email [email protected] using the subject line: Peer Assisted Study Sessions Program Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at [email protected]

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.
Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.