Senior Officer Future Students and Outreach

CQUniversity Australia; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

5.4 weeks annual leave

10 days personal/sick leave

26 weeks paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

CQUniversity Australia in Rockhampton invites applications for the Senior Officer, Future Students and Outreach. You will lead engagement with schools and community groups to boost regional access to higher education, coordinating outreach events and programs across Central Queensland.

Join a dynamic Global Brand and Marketing Directorate team delivering measurable outcomes, with strong collaboration, professional development and generous employment benefits including 17% superannuation and

Qualifications

• Relevant degree with subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and specialist expertise in marketing, student engagement, community engagement, education or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering engagement programs, initiatives, events or campaigns that achieve measurable outcomes.
• 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.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects and events simultaneously, manage competing priorities, and contribute to operational planning.

Responsibilities

• Support engagement and outreach initiatives across Central Queensland.
• Coordinate and deliver school engagement programs, outreach events, campus experiences and future student initiatives.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with external partners and guide team members.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Campaign management

Community engagement

Event management

Public speaking

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

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Senior Officer Future Students and Outreach

Posting Date: 27 Oct 2026

Type of Position: Continuing

Location: Rockhampton, QLD, AU

About this Opportunity

• Global Brand and Marketing Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 6
• Total Remuneration $114,962 to $123,815 pa (including salary of $97,145 to $104,626 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 an experienced engagement professional to support delivery of our Future Students and Outreach Strategy. You'll help connect prospective students with opportunities in higher education and contribute to initiatives that encourage participation across regional Queensland.

As Senior Officer, Future Students and Outreach, you will support engagement and outreach initiatives across Central Queensland. Working closely with schools, community organisations, and internal and external stakeholders, you'll coordinate and deliver a range of activities, including school engagement programs, outreach events, campus experiences, and targeted future student initiatives.

You’ll build and maintain productive relationships with external partners, provide guidance and support to team members, and contribute to projects that enhance CQUniversity's presence within communities and support future students on their pathway to higher education.

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

• Relevant degree with subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and specialist expertise in marketing, student engagement, community engagement, education or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering engagement programs, initiatives, events or campaigns that achieve measurable outcomes.
• 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.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects and events simultaneously, manage competing priorities, and contribute to operational planning.
• 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).

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to creating a workplace where people of all abilities feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed. As a recognised member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program , we actively promote awareness and understanding of non-visible disabilities, ensuring our employees can bring their whole selves to work.

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Tuesday, 17 November 2026

Applications will be assessed as they are received. The University may commence shortlisting and interviewing suitable candidates prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Job Requisition ID: 7571

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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.

*Appointment to this position will be made in accordance with the provisions and conditions as outlined at Clause 8.5 Funding Contingent Continuing Roles of the CQUniversity Enterprise Agreement and continuation of the position is contingent upon identifiable external funding.

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