• Shape a new Student Voice role at UWA, that drives belonging and impact.
• Join a dynamic team to enhance student engagement and community.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $108,413 – $120,287 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Directorate of Student Life and Community sits within the Education and Student Experience Portfolio, overseen by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Education and Student Experience). Student Life and Community play an integral role in the shared strategic goal of providing a world-class student experience.

The Division of Student Engagement and Belonging fosters connection, inclusion and participation by delivering innovative programs and services that support students throughout their university journey. Reporting to the Director, the Division leads orientation, transition and engagement initiatives for all students to enhance student success, belonging and connection to University life. It provides dedicated support and tailored services for international students, promoting cultural inclusion and wellbeing. Through leadership development, peer programs and student partnership initiatives, the Division strengthens student voice, agency and leadership capability. The Division also oversees multi-faith engagement, interfaith activities and community partnerships supporting a respectful, inclusive and culturally safe university community.

About the opportunity

• Support the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of peer leadership programs that strengthen student capability, engagement, belonging, and leadership development.
• Coordinate student leader recruitment, training, supervision, workshops, communications, stakeholder engagement, and the Student Grants program to ensure effective program delivery.
• Drive student-centred and evidence-based initiatives by partnering with students, monitoring outcomes, evaluating impact, and building strong relationships across the university and wider sector.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Experience coordinating leadership development, training delivery or capability-building programs or projects in a tertiary, community, or youth engagement context.
• Demonstrated ability to work in partnership with students or young people in co-design or participatory decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of best practice in student engagement, peer learning, or student leadership models.
• Highly developed organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

A current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description:  PD [Team Lead, Peer Programs and Student Voice] [524053].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Tennille Trevaskis at tennille.trevaskis@uwa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Shelby Corrins at shelby.corrins@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 23 August 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications and emails from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.