Coordinator - Scholar Enrichment Program
Australia Awards - South Asia & Mongolia (AASAM)
We are searching for an experienced Coordinator to join the Australia Awards - South Asia & Mongolia Program at our Adelaide (preferred), Brisbane, or Sydney office. It is a Fixed Term Contract until 30 June 2027 with possibility of extension.
About Palladium:
Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social, climate and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to help solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 2,000 employees operating in 75-plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, the environment, and, most importantly, people's lives.
About the Program:
Australia Awards are provided to build the skills and knowledge of individuals so that they can contribute to their country’s development, and to support the ongoing development of links between Australia and the countries to which it provides development assistance. The Australia Awards are an important part of the Australian Government’s focus on public and economic diplomacy, and provide long-term Scholarships, Fellowships and Short Courses, supported by a range of other capacity-building and training modalities.
Australia Awards – South Asia & Mongolia (AASAM) is administered by Palladium on behalf of the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The Program goal is to support eight partner countries – Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka – in achieving their development goals through education and knowledge transfer, and to build enduring relationships with Australia that advance mutual interests.
AASAM is a multi-country program with service delivery offices in Colombo, Dhaka, Islamabad, Kathmandu, Thimphu and Ulaanbaatar. Leadership, coordination, and support are provided by “the Hub” – a regional team based in Colombo and Australia.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter systematically addressing previous experiences in each of the Key Responsibilities listed in the Job and Person Specification. This document can be requested from the Senior Program and Operations Manager by emailing [email protected].
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The Coordinator – Scholar Enrichment Program is expected to build positive relationships with Australian university contacts in order to develop and implement strategies that complement University-based activities and assist scholars with developing professional linkages.
The position also contributes broadly to Program Outreach and Engagement functions, including through providing communications and event coordination support in Australia.
These are the Minimum Requirements/Key Selection Criteria:
Essential
- Professional experience of the Australian tertiary sector, particularly of working with
international scholars and students.
- Demonstrated high-level skills in effective client and stakeholder relationship management
- Excellent communication skills and experience of working effectively across cultures
- Ability to write effectively and accurately in English, including for print and digital media
- Demonstrated experience of coordinating large-scale events
- A high standard of computer literacy, including the use of Microsoft office, and experience
in data entry and data management
- An understanding of and commitment to the principles of gender, disability, and social
inclusion.
- Ability to manage a varied workload, balance competing demand, and deliver outcomes to specified quality level with agrees time frames.
- Excellent administration and organisational skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
Desired
- Experience studying in Australia at postgraduate level.
- Familiarity with graphic design, photography and/or digital communication.
- Experience using WordPress, Campaign Monitor and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Familiarity with the culture and people of one or more of the countries of South Asia and
Mongolia.
How to Apply
Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position.
Closing date
Wednesday 17 June 2026.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
