Student Communities & Engagement Coordinator

CDU Alumni Community; Darwin; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

6 weeks annual leave

Parental leave up to 26 weeks

Job summary

Charles Darwin University is seeking a proactive Student Communities & Engagement Coordinator to lead the ongoing development of our Student Groups programme and strengthen opportunities for student connection, belonging and leadership.

This Continuing Full-Time appointment sits in the Student Life team, offering diverse opportunities to work with students, colleagues and stakeholders to create a contemporary approach to engagement that supports belonging and leadership.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to provide guidance, support and governance for student groups.
• Experience coordinating projects, events or training initiatives.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities with reporting experience.
• Understanding of financial, purchasing and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the Student Groups programme and enhance student connection and leadership.
• Provide guidance, resources and governance support to student groups and leaders.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Student Life team on engagement projects to strengthen the student experience.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Organisational skills

Finance & compliance

Digital literacy

Independent work

Teamwork

Diversity & inclusion

University values

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Student Communities & Engagement Coordinator

0800 Darwin Charles Darwin University

Posted 2 days ago

Continuing Full-Time Appointment
Professional Employee Level 6
Annual salary $89,487- $95,375 + 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus | Larrakia Country

Help shape the future of student communities at CDU!

About the Position
Charles Darwin University is seeking a proactive Student Communities & Engagement Coordinator to lead the ongoing development of our Student Groups programme and strengthen opportunities for student connection, belonging and leadership.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at a pivotal time, with significant scope to influence the future direction of CDU's Student Groups programme. Working closely with students, colleagues and stakeholders across the University, you'll help shape and enhance a contemporary approach to student community engagement that supports connection, belonging and leadership.
In this role, you'll support the growth of inclusive, student-led communities by providing guidance, resources and governance support to student groups and their leaders. You'll identify opportunities for improvement, implement initiatives that enhance student engagement, and help ensure the programme remains responsive, sustainable and impactful.
As part of the Student Life team, you'll work collaboratively on a range of student engagement projects and initiatives, contributing to a connected and engaging student experience across the University. You'll bring a collaborative approach, strong judgement and a willingness to work alongside others to achieve shared outcomes.
If you're passionate about empowering students, improving programmes and creating opportunities for meaningful engagement, we'd love to hear from you.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across diverse groups.
• Proven ability to provide guidance, support, and capability building for individuals and teams, using sound judgement in complex situations.
• Experience coordinating projects, programmes, events, training, or similar initiatives while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills, with experience coordinating processes, maintaining records, and preparing reports.
• Understanding of financial, purchasing, and compliance processes within a programme or service delivery environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and enhancing organisational processes and client/student experiences.
• Strong digital literacy, including Microsoft Office and business systems, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve team and organisational objectives.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and culturally safe practices.
• Commitment to the University’s values.

Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at Professional Level 6. The base salary will be in the range of $89,487 - $95,375 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $104,699 - $111,588 per annum, including 17% superannuation.

First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures
While this vacancy is open to all applicants. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) 1992.

What’s in it for you?

• An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
• Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education, and research
• Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
• An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
• 17% superannuation
• Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
• Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
• Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
• Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
• Free on-campus parking in designated areas
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Packaging opportunities
• Access to over 5,000 courses via LinkedIn learning corporate membership

Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU, we actively celebrate our diversity and believe that our differences will make CDU the most connected University in Australia. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every member of our University community feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals, and that they truly belong.
Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.

Work Health and Safety
CDU is committed to providing a physical and psychological safe working environment. Confidential support can also be provided to employees who may be experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence outside the workplace.
Charles Darwin University is guided by our core values of Courage, Kindness, Openness, Innovation, and Leadership, which shape our daily actions and decisions. CDU is committed to being a safe and inclusive organisation for everyone.

Applications Close
Applications Close: Monday 7th of September 2026.

First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures
More information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, available here.