• Employment Type: Full Time Ongoing 

• Remuneration: $113926 to $123302 depending on experience + 17% super (Level 7) 

• Location: Kensington UNSW Campus (hybrid) 

Why Your Role Matters 

The Genuine Student (GS) Assessment Team Leader is responsible the Genuine Student (GS) status assessment of international applicants from identified high-risk source countries.  

The role ensures that assessments are consistent, compliant, and timely, supporting the University’s international recruitment strategy while safeguarding its compliance with the ESOS Act, National Code, and Department of Home Affairs guidelines. The position works closely with key internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure high quality, defensible decision-making and an excellent applicant experience.  

The role reports to the Admissions Support Manager and has no direct reports. 

Main responsibilities Summary 

• Oversee the end-to-end GS assessment process in line with ESOS Act, National Code, and Department of Home Affairs guidelines.  

• Supervising daily and long-term team workload, ensuring fair and consistent decision-making aligned with university policy and regulatory requirements 

• Managing escalated and complex student cases in collaboration with the Admissions Support Manager 

• Acting as the key contact for internal stakeholders regarding GS risk strategies and decision-making 

• Leading training initiatives for staff on GS assessment, visa policy changes, and fraud detection 

• Contributing to system and process enhancements, such as developing templates, workflows, and reporting dashboards. 

• Ensuring all documentation and decisions are auditable and compliant with University, TEQSA, and Home Affairs standards 

• Representing the Admissions team in meetings and working groups, both internally and externally 

• Compiling and presenting reports to support strategic planning and operational efficiency 

You can review the full list of accountabilities in the job description. 

Who You Are 

We are looking for someone who is aligned with UNSW’s vision and values and comes with: 

• Substantial experience in international admissions, compliance, visa processing, or a related field within the higher education or international education sector 

• Deep understanding of the Genuine Student (GS) framework, student visa subclass 500 requirements, and associated legislative and regulatory obligations (e.g. ESOS Act, National Code) 

• High-level analytical and decision-making skills, including the ability to interpret complex information and assess risk in accordance with policy 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to engage diplomatically with diverse stakeholders including agents, prospective students, and academic staff 

• Proven ability to contribute to business process improvement, policy development, and system enhancement initiatives 

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality and regulatory compliance 

• Proficiency in student management and admissions systems and confidence with data analysis tools 

• Understanding of geopolitical risk factors and regional nuances in high-risk countries for international student recruitment 

• Previous experience in case assessment or fraud prevention 

• Familiarity with university-level strategic internationalisation objectives and how GS processes align 

The role will work on a hybrid basis, Monday to Friday, business hours. Work during the end of the year UNSW shutdown period, and some key weekends during peak periods, will be required. 

Candidates will need to have ongoing working rights – this role is not available for sponsorship.  

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:  

• Access to up to 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments  

• Flexible working arrangements 

• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness) 

Recruitment process: Please submit your resume as well as cover letter that addresses your experience, your suitability for the role and why you are interested in the position 

Applications close: Sunday 16 November 11.55PM

Get in touch for any question or support: Anne de Voronine, Talent Acquisition Associate, a.de_voronine@unsw.edu.au  

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed 

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. 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.