• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed-term until 31 December 2027
• HEW 5 $86,744 - $97,290  + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

As a Commonwealth Prac Payments officer, you will:

• Provide clear advice and guidance on Commonwealth Prac Payment eligibility and processes.
• Analyse information and communicate it effectively to support sound decision-making.
• Organise and prioritise work to successfully manage competing demands.
• Develop collaborative stakeholder relationships and contribute positively to team outcomes.
• Use sound judgement to resolve issues and improve processes and practices while delivering against service and funding requirements.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification with appropriate experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in providing advice and support, with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply procedures, guidelines and requirements accurately and consistently.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate activities, prioritise workloads and manage competing demands.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and contribute to process and service improvements.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Pamela Pritchard (Manager, Student Finance) via email at pamela.pritchard@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 #589710 Officer, Commonwealth Prac Payments - HEW 5_PD.pdf

Applications for this position close on Wednesday 21st October

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.