Education Equity and Compliance Support Officer – UNSW Faculty of Engineering

The Opportunity
The Education Equity and Compliance Support Officer have a key role within the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering in supporting the fair, timely and consistent implementation of approved Special Consideration outcomes and Equitable Learning Plan (ELP) adjustments across coursework teaching and assessment, while ensuring compliance with institutional education policies. The role will work closely with the Deputy Head of School (Education), Course Convenors, and Education Support Officers within the School, as well as specialist student support teams within the Faculty and University to translate approved education adjustments into practical course-level actions that support equity in education, maintain academic standards and align with institutional policies and local School processes.

• Salary, Level 6: $103,866 - $110,801 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed-Term for 12 months
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia (hybrid and on campus available)

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW continues to be a national and international leader in engineering research and education, cementing its status as the University’s premier research faculty. As the largest Engineering Faculty in Australia, it graduates the highest number of engineers and maintains the largest research expenditure in the country. Through excellence in both fundamental and applied research, the Faculty strives to sustain and further its global impact, aiming to be ranked among the top engineering faculties worldwide. For more information, visit the Faculty website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/about-us 

Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle), Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook), and automation tools (e.g. Microsoft Forms, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures and translate decisions into clear operational guidance, workflows and local processes.
• Knowledge of Special Consideration, equitable learning or reasonable adjustment processes, assessment administration, privacy, confidentiality and recordkeeping requirements in a higher education environment.
• Demonstrated experience in education administration, student support, assessment operations, compliance, disability/equity services or a related higher education environment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to provide empathetic, discreet and professional support to students and staff on sensitive matters.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description.

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments (pro rata)
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

Pre-Employment Checks

Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:

• Provide Evidencing Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander documentation (if successful)
• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks
• Medical Checks and Assessments

Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.

To Apply:
Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington regularly. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Contact:

Allyssar Hamoud – Talent Acquisition Associate
E: ********@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 8:00am (Sydney time) on Friday 26th June 2026

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.