SSAF and Funding Programs Coordinator

University of Canberra; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Family-friendly policies

On-campus facilities

Professional development

Health plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The University of Canberra is seeking a SSAF and Funding Programs Coordinator to lead the coordination and administration of the SSAF program and support other funding and grant programs within the Planning & Assurance team.

You will work across Finance, Governance, student representative bodies and senior leaders to ensure funding programs are administered transparently, effectively and in compliance with reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience managing financial information, budgets, acquittals or related administrative processes.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and commitment to governance and record-keeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the annual SSAF funding cycle, including consultation, applications, allocations, acquittals and reporting.
• Support the implementation and administration of the student-led SSAF allocation arrangements.
• Collaborate with Finance to support revenue forecasting, funding allocation planning and monitoring.
• Maintain records and reporting systems to support transparency, audit readiness and governance obligations.
• Assist with administration of other internal or external funding programs and grants.

Skills

Financial management

Organisation

Written & verbal communication

Governance & compliance

Job description

University of Canberra The University of Canberra (UoC) is Australia’s capital public university. It was primarily known as the Canberra College of Advanced Education when it was founded in 1967. It aims to provide the kind of...

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.