SSAF and Funding Programs Coordinator

University Of Canberra; Bruce; On-site; AUD 94,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly policies

On campus Gym

Medical services

Cafes

Post office

Supermarket access

Childcare facilities

Professional Development offerings

Diverse and inclusive culture

Employee Assistance Program

Private Health Plan (Bupa)

Job summary

The SSAF and Funding Programs Coordinator at the University of Canberra in Bruce leads the coordination and administration of the SSAF program and supports other funding and grant programs managed by Planning & Assurance.

The role involves partnering with Finance, Governance and senior leaders to ensure funding activities are transparent, compliant and auditable, with an eye to implementing a future student-led SSAF allocation model.

Qualifications

• Experience managing financial information, budgets, acquittals, funding records or related administrative processes.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and competing stakeholder requirements.
• Experience preparing reports, briefing papers, correspondence and administrative documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to governance, compliance and record-keeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the annual SSAF funding cycle, including consultation, application processes, allocations, acquittals and reporting.
• Support the implementation and ongoing administration of the University's student-led SSAF allocation arrangements.
• Work closely with Finance to support revenue forecasting, funding allocation planning and ongoing monitoring.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting systems to support transparency, audit readiness and governance obligations.
• Assist with administration of other internal or external funding programs, grants or strategic funding sources.

Skills

Financial management

Organisational skills

Report writing

Communication

Governance & compliance

Job description

• Key role in supporting the University's key student services and funding programs• UC Level 6, Salary Range $93,705 pa - $100,871 pa plus 17% Super• Full Time, Two-Year Fixed Term

Job no: 504869
Work type: Professional
Location: Bruce
Categories: Administration, Project Management

University of Canberra is more than a university, it’s a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a hub of innovation & opportunity. Ranked number one in Canberra for graduate outcomes and student support, UC values progress over perfection, inclusion over competition, and real‑world impact over prestige. If you’re looking for a career that matters, where you can belong, grow, and help shape what’s next, you’ll find your place at UC.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the University's funding, planning and accountability functions. As the SSAF and Funding Programs Coordinator, you will lead the coordination and administration of the University's Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) program and provide support for other funding and grant programs managed through the Planning & Assurance team.

Working across a diverse range of stakeholders including Finance, Governance, student representative bodies and senior University leaders, you will help ensure funding programs are administered transparently, effectively and in compliance with legislative and reporting requirements.

You will also contribute to the implementation of the University's future student-led SSAF allocation model and help enhance funding administration processes across the institution.

Please note this is a Full Time, Two-Year Fixed Term position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the annual SSAF funding cycle, including consultation, application processes, allocations, acquittals and reporting.
• Support the implementation and ongoing administration of the University's student-led SSAF allocation arrangements.
• Work closely with Finance to support revenue forecasting, funding allocation planning and ongoing monitoring.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting systems to support transparency, audit readiness and governance obligations.
• Assist with administration of other internal or external funding programs, grants or strategic funding sources managed through Planning & Assurance.

About you:

• Experience managing financial information, budgets, acquittals, funding records or related administrative processes.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and competing stakeholder requirements.
• Experience preparing reports, briefing papers, correspondence and administrative documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to governance, compliance and record-keeping standards.

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

For job specific information: please contact Simon Wheeler, Manager, Grant Accounting Services, [e-mail]

For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email [e-mail] . We recognise people communicate and process information differently, and we support multiple ways to participate in the recruitment evaluation. For reasonable adjustment, please reach out to the UCTalent team.