(HEO6) $92,511 - $99,929 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

0.8FTE part time (29.40 hours per week) fixed term position, available until late June 2026.

If you have experience delivering a range of wellbeing projects and are passionate about positively contributing to student lives while they study, then we want to hear from you.

The Student Experience branch is responsible for providing services that deliver an excellent student experience. This includes administrative and support services to students as well as service to, and partnership with, academic staff in the development of a high-quality, engaging and relevant learning environment.

Student Life deliver efficient and responsive student services that contribute to the overall student experience. Student Life is responsible for consistent enquiry management and non-academic support and advice throughout the student lifecycle in relation to wellbeing, accommodation, grievances and complaints and specialised international student services.  The Student Life unit includes International Student Support, Student Wellbeing and Access, Student Affairs and Accommodation Service.  

Working under general direction, the Wellbeing Project Officer supports the delivery of projects that aim to support student mental health, wellbeing and safety in line with the Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy.  The incumbent is required to coordinate various campaigns and initiatives to ensure the successful delivery of relevant events. This is a dynamic role ideal for someone who understands student wellbeing needs, enjoys fast-paced project work, working collaboratively, and creating positive wellbeing experiences through creative campaigns, events, and digital content.

To be successful you will need:

• Proven experience in understanding student wellbeing, developing resources and coordinating events in support of wellbeing projects utilising a health promotion approach.
• Demonstrated program and event coordination skills including, planning, community consultation, evaluation and implementation.
• Ability to exercise creativity and enthusiasm in the development of new initiatives in collaboration with a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, analytical and negotiation skills, including the capacity to develop strong working relationships across the University and community sector.
• Demonstrated capacity to work with staff and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of the Australian tertiary sector and, in particular, a good understanding of the issues facing domestic and international students.

This position requires a valid Working with Children Check.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you a vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities. 

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your division's broader role

The Division of Academic and Student Engagement drives the University's strategic activities in relation to learning and teaching. This includes ensuring all Adelaide students have a quality experience, and investing in our academic staff's professional development.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/dase/division-leadership

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as outlined in the position

Applications close 11:55pm, 20th of August 2025.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position; contact:

Alessia Rotolo
Senior Talent Acquisition Officer | Human Resources
E: alessia.rotolo@adelaide.edu.au

Vicki McCoy
Associate Director Wellbeing & Access | Student Life
E: vicki.mccoy@adelaide.edu.au

You'll find a full position description below.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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