Program Background
Pacific Australia Skills is a significant Australian investment which stands to make a major contribution to supporting social and economic growth in the region through strengthening the skills and training sector across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. Pacific Australia Skills builds on the achievements of 17 years of Australian Government support for skills and training in the Pacific.
The Role
The Senior Student Administration Officer will be responsible for all aspects of student administration and coordination of all country courses and access bursary applications. The Senior Student Administration Officer will provide support and a comprehensive range of administrative services to student and staff of the Pacific Australia Skills including but not limited to, Student Services, Marketing & Communications, Quality Performance & Research and Finance ensuring compliance with Pacific Australia Skills policies and work instructions.
Roles and Responsibilities
• Ensuring that applicants for access bursaries have supplied all required documentation and that this is recorded appropriately in the Student Management System and available to the Access Bursary Approvals Committee.
• Support the Country Director and the Country Operations Manager with the implementation of student access bursary services working closely with country staff and the Student Academic Services Team.
• Ensure that applicants from Fiji and associated Pacific Australia Skills countries are assessed and allocated to classes in a timely and efficient manner.
• Liaise with students approved for admission to scheduled course offering and distribute correspondence to applicants and employers.
• Support the Country Director and the Country Operations Manager with the implementation of student support services working closely with relevant country staff and Student Academic Services Team to:
o Ensure students are covered by appropriate insurance and obtain appropriate visas/ permits as required.
o Assist with planning for student demobilizations ensuring that academic requirements for course completion are met and students are briefed on matters related to re-entry to the workplace.
o Coordinate student travel including students mobilizing, transiting and demobilizing assisting with passports, entry visas, transfers to and from accommodation and any other support required.
• Collate information and manage the student visa/ permit lodgment process, ensuing that students are legally permitted in the country till completion of their courses and departure back to their home countries.
• Compute fortnightly stipend, update register, seek approval and forward to Finance for payment.
Selection Criteria
Essential Experience and Knowledge
• Degree level qualification in related field or post-secondary/TVET qualification with demonstrated work experience preferably in student administration services, general administration or customer services.
• Previous extensive experience in student administration services in TVET setting.
Personal Attributes
• Ability to work with colleagues to enhance teams’ strengths and encourage high performance.
• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships.
• Ability to respond positively and adapt to a changing environment to maintain effective performance.
• Experience working with adult students from other Pacific Island nations.
• Previous experience in developing student support policy and procedures.
• Previous experience in international student management or scholarship systems.
• Understanding of and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies.
DT strongly encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including first nations, diverse SOGIESC and people with disabilities.
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HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 11:59pm Fiji Time, Tuesday 18 November 2025.
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applications will be reviewed on a ‘rolling basis’. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.
About DT Global
DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.
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