Student Support Project Coordinator (Safety and Wellbeing)

About the Opportunity

Champion safer campuses and stronger wellbeing systemsLead gender-based violence prevention, response & compliance at a universityMake a measurable impact on student safety

About Company

Be Bold. Belong. Be More. At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you. A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game-changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you. You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your Opportunity

As our Student Support Project Coordinator (Safety and Wellbeing) within Student Support and Success, you will lead the implementation of the University’s student safety and gender-based violence (GBV) prevention initiatives. This role is critical to meeting national legislative requirements and driving evidence-based prevention, response, and reporting frameworks that strengthen safety across our campuses and online environments.

• In collaboration with the Manager Counselling (Safety and Wellbeing), developing and implementing the Southern Cross University student safety action plans and initiatives with a strong focus on prevention and response to GBV Prevention & Response Plan 2026–2030, complying with legislative requirements.
• Designing and delivering prevention campaigns, programs, mandatory training modules, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Leading projects to enhance student safety and coordinating student risk management systems, disclosure pathways, and safety planning processes.
• Developing executive-level reporting and continuous improvement measures to ensure compliance and sector best practice.

About You

You are an experienced safety and wellbeing professional with strong expertise in gender-based violence prevention and response. You bring a trauma-informed, risk-aware approach and are confident leading initiatives independently while engaging diverse stakeholders across complex environments.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in social work, health promotion, mental health, or a risk/safety-related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience implementing GBV prevention and response initiatives or organizational student safety action plans.
• A sound understanding of national legislative and compliance frameworks relating to student safety in higher education.
• Experience in risk assessment, safety planning, and managing disclosures sensitively and appropriately.
• Strong project management, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience using e-learning/risk/CRM systems.

Eligibility

It would be highly regarded if you have experience in university settings, domestic and family violence services, or established networks within the GBV prevention sector.

Benefits

Why Southern Cross University: SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small, and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity, and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community, and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour, and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Benefits

Your opportunity is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent).
• Located at Gold Coast, QLD 4225. Regular travel between campuses will be required. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities.
• HEW Level 6. The base salary ranges from $95,961 – $105,250 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $123,143.
• You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Contact Information

Name: Ms Briony Leonard, Manager, Counselling & Safety
Phone: 02 66269643
Email: briony.leonard@scu.edu.au

Application Deadline

Applications close 11.30pm AEDT Wednesday 25 March 2026

Eligibility Information

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency, or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website.

Diversity Statement

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to jobs@scu.edu.au.