Join the TUSA Team
The Tasmanian University Student Association (TUSA) is run by students, for students. We represent, support, and connect UTAS students across Hobart, Launceston, Burnie, Rozelle (NSW), and online.
Working with us means more than just a role – you’ll be part of a team that creates real impact, champions student voices, and builds an unforgettable uni experience.
Why work with us?
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Purpose-driven: Every role contributes to improving student life.
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Flexible & supportive: We know you’re balancing study, life, and work.
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Collaborative culture: Flat structure, open communication, student-led.
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Skill-building: Gain professional experience while making a difference.
Current Vacancies
TUSA Board of Management Chair
TUSA is seeking to appoint a new Board of Management Chair, as the organisation moves into a new strategic phase and focus for 2026 and beyond.
This is an opportunity for an experienced governance professional who is passionate about supporting our university students and the broader local community. We are looking for a leader to continue our ambition to create positive impacts for the coming decades.
Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, and people with disability are encouraged to apply.
The chair role requires demonstrated past governance experience and chairing responsibilities, strong communication, stakeholder management skills, excellent judgement, and an understanding of the principles of organisational governance and strategy. Exposure to community or social impact, major strategic projects or funds generation, and an understanding of the education sector, not-for-profit or commercial businesses is highly valued by the TUSA.
The TUSA Chair role receives a small honorarium of $8,000 annually in recognition of their contribution to the Association. Other Board member positions are voluntary and unpaid. Reasonable reimbursement of costs is also available.
Appointment to the role will be for an initial period of three years.
For more information on the role, please refer to the Board Chair Applicant Pack. For a confidential discussion or to assist with enquiries, please contact the TUSA Interim Chair, Rachel Baird, on rachel.baird@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 1029.
Applying for the Board Chair position involves completing the form within the Board Chair Applicant Pack and providing a brief Curriculum Vitae (CV). These documents should be returned to TUSA General Manager, Shauna-Lee Ward, shaunalee.ward@utas.edu.au. Once submitted, you will receive email confirmation that your application has been received.
The application process involves the following steps:
- Processing of applications – once applications close, they will be considered and short-listed by the Selection Panel, convened by the TUSA Governance and Nominations Committee.
- Interview – short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview from mid-April.
- Referee and other checks – TUSA will conduct referee checks, and other checks if required, before making a final assessment of each applicant.
- Consultation – once the Selection Panel has identified their preferred candidate, consultation with the TUSA General Manager and the University of Tasmania will be undertaken. The Governance and Nominations Committee will also provide a recommendation to the TUSA Board for consideration and approval.
- Advice to applicants – once a final decision has been made, applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application by email and/or post.
Applications close COB Wednesday 8th April 2026.
TUSA Board of Management Member
TUSA is seeking to appoint a new Board of Management Member, as the organisation moves into a new strategic phase and focus for 2026 and beyond.
This is an opportunity for a professional who is passionate about supporting our university students and the broader local community, and to support our ambition to create positive impacts for the coming decades. We are seeking applicants with a diverse range of lived experiences and capabilities, with a preference for applicants with skills and expertise in Strategy and Partnerships.
Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, and people with disability are encouraged to apply.
Exposure to community or social impact, major strategic projects or funds generation, and an understanding of the education sector, not-for-profit or commercial businesses is highly valued by the TUSA.
Please note that TUSA Board positions are voluntary and unpaid. Reasonable reimbursement of costs is available. Meetings of the Board are held bimonthly, with the schedule beginning in February of each year.
Appointment to the role will be for an initial period of three years.
For more information on the role, please refer to the Board Member Applicant Pack. For a confidential discussion or to assist with enquiries, please contact the TUSA Interim Chair, Rachel Baird, on rachel.baird@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 1029.
Applying for the Board Member position involves completing the form within the Board Member Applicant Pack and providing a brief Curriculum Vitae (CV). These documents should be returned to TUSA General Manager, Shauna-Lee Ward, shaunalee.ward@utas.edu.au. Once submitted, you will receive email confirmation that your application has been received.
The application process involves the following steps:
- Processing of applications – once applications close, they will be considered and short-listed by the Selection Panel, convened by the TUSA Governance and Nominations Committee.
- Interview – short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview from mid-April.
- Referee and other checks – TUSA will conduct referee checks, and other checks if required, before making a final assessment of each applicant.
- Consultation – once the Selection Panel has identified their preferred candidate, consultation with the TUSA General Manager and the University of Tasmania will be undertaken. The Governance and Nominations Committee will also provide a recommendation to the TUSA Board for consideration and approval.
- Advice to applicants – once a final decision has been made, applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application by email and/or post.
Applications close COB Wednesday 8th April 2026.
EOI: Investment Advisory Services (3+2 Year Contract)
The Tasmania University Students Association (TUSA) invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified and experienced Investment Advisors to provide expert, independent advice and portfolio management support for TUSA’s investment activities.
The appointed Investment Advisor will work closely with the TUSA Board of Management and General Manager to ensure returns are optimised, risks are prudently managed, and all investments comply with TUSA’s strong ethical and socially responsible investing values.
This EOI seeks information to shortlist providers for a subsequent Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
For more information on this role and the expectations of the EOI, please refer to the Expression of Interest: Investment Advisory Services. Please submit your EOI as a PDF via email to TUSA General Manager, Shauna-Lee Ward, shaunalee.ward@TUSA.utas.edu.au.
Submissions close COB Wednesday 15th April 2026. Late submissions may not be accepted.
Don’t see a role that fits you?
We’re always on the lookout for passionate students to get involved. If there’s nothing here right now, submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and we’ll get in touch when opportunities come up.