Future Students And Outreach Coordinator

CQUniversity Centre for Professional Development; Mackay Regional; Presencial; AUD 106.000 - 115.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

17% superannuation (with the choice to

5.4 weeks annual leave (incl.Christmas

10 days personal/sick leave

7.25 hours engaged service leave

Career development opportunities

Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Descripción de la vacante

CQUniversity Mackay or Rockhampton is seeking a committed Future Students and Outreach Coordinator to lead recruitment, engagement and outreach initiatives across Central Queensland.

You will provide day‑to‑day leadership to a dedicated team, deliver school engagement programs, Open Days and targeted marketing activities, and build meaningful connections with prospective students across the Rockhampton, Mackay and Emerald regions.

Formación

• Degree with at least four years’ subsequent relevant experience in marketing, student engagement, community engagement, education or a related field.
• Knowledge of student engagement, outreach and recruitment programs.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects and events with budget awareness.

Responsabilidades

• Lead recruitment, engagement and outreach initiatives across Central Queensland.
• Provide day-to-day leadership to a dedicated team and oversee programs and events.
• Collaborate with university and community stakeholders to boost prospective student connections.
• Manage operational plans and resources to deliver Open Days and school engagements.

Conocimientos

Marketing strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Community engagement

Educación

Degree in marketing, education or related field

Descripción del empleo

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 31.12.2027), Full-Time
• Global Brand and Marketing Directorate
• CQUniversity Mackay or Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 7
• Total Remuneration $125,827 to $136,078 pa (including salary of $106,326 to $114,988 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The Global Brand and Marketing Directorate at CQUniversity is seeking a committed professional to support delivery of our Future Students and Outreach Strategy. You'll help strengthen connections with prospective students, supporting participation in higher education, particularly among low socio-economic, rural and remote, and First Nations cohorts.

As the Future Students and Outreach Coordinator, you will lead the coordination and delivery of student recruitment, engagement and outreach initiatives across Central Queensland. Providing day-to-day leadership to a dedicated team, you will oversee a diverse range of activities including school engagement programs, Year 12 experiences, Open Days, outreach events and targeted marketing initiatives. Working closely with stakeholders across the University and broader community, you will play a key role in building meaningful connections with prospective students and enhancing CQUniversity's presence across the Rockhampton, Mackay and Emerald regions.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Degree with at least four years’ subsequent relevant experience in marketing, student engagement, community engagement, education or a related field
• Knowledge of the principles and practices underpinning student engagement, outreach, participation, student recruitment or community engagement programs.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, consultation, negotiation, influencing, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in a marketing, education, engagement or related environment, with proven ability to coordinate multiple projects and events simultaneously, implement operational plans, and manage operational resources such as budgets and risk.
• Experience engaging with school-aged students and diverse or underrepresented communities, including people from low socio-economic backgrounds, First Nations people, and rural and remote areas (Desirable).

Pre-Employment Checks

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which may include a National Police Check and/or Working with Children Check (where applicable).

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment where its members can study, work and live free from gender-based violence. In line with our organisational values and regulatory obligations, applicants may be required to declare any past or current allegations, investigations or findings relating to gender-based violence.

The successful candidate may also be required to demonstrate that they meet the “fit and proper person” criteria as required under applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks (including ASQA requirements where relevant).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At CQUniversity, inclusivity is at the heart of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed regardless of background or ability.

We advance reconciliation through our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), First Nations Workforce Strategy and our First Nations Cultural Competency Framework, strengthening opportunities for First Nations peoples and embedding cultural respect across our organisation.

Through our Disability‑Informed Action Plan, we continue to enhance accessibility and inclusion across our University. As a recognised member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, we actively promote awareness and understanding of non-visible disabilities, helping to ensure everyone can bring their whole selves to work and thrive.

CQUniversity is also committed to providing an accessible, equitable and inclusive recruitment and selection process. The University will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment, selection, appointment and onboarding process to ensure people with disability can participate on an equal basis with others.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Work Rights

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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