Student Recruitment Coordinator

University of Notre Dame; Camden; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Australia is seeking a motivated Student Recruitment Coordinator for the Prospective Students Office on a full-time fixed-term contract ending mid-January 2028. You will engage prospective students, guide them through application steps, and collaborate with Admissions, Marketing and Faculty teams to deliver a high-quality student experience.

You will cultivate relationships with schools, manage campus events and visits, and handle enquiries across channels.

Qualifications

• Experience in student recruitment or education outreach.
• Ability to analyse data and prepare reports.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive domestic student recruitment and conversion activities.
• Build relationships with schools, career advisers, and pathway providers.
• Coordinate school visits, campus tours, events and recruitment activities.
• Manage enquiries and lead follow-up across multiple channels.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Marketing, Faculties and Student Services.

Skills

CRM systems

Public speaking

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Tools

Event coordination software

Job description

Student Recruitment Coordinator, Prospective Students Office

Full-time opportunity, Fixed term contract end date mid-January 2028

Engage prospective students by providing expert advice on study options offered at the University.

Join the university that takes a personalised approach to education.

About the university

We believe in the power of education to transform lives, strengthen communities and help people become the best version of themselves. The University of Notre Dame Australia is a modern, national Catholic university that serves more than 12,000 students across its campuses in Fremantle, Broome and Sydney.

With a community of over 1,000 academic and professional staff, Notre Dame is recognised for its personalised learning environment, strong graduate outcomes and holistic educational philosophy rooted in critical thinking, ethics and the Catholic intellectual tradition.

About the office

The Prospective Students Office (PSO) is responsible for driving the University’s objectives in relation to the recruitment activities for domestic prospective students across all programs and supports the successful transition of strategy into operational plans across the entire student recruitment journey.

About the role

As a Student Recruitment Coordinator, you will build strong relationships with schools, career advisers, RTOs, and pathway providers, while delivering presentations, events, campus tours, and recruitment initiatives that inspire future students. You will guide prospective students through the application and enrolment process, manage enquiry and conversion activities, and work closely with Admissions, Marketing, Faculties, and Student Services to deliver an exceptional student experience. The position reports to the National Manager, Prospective Students Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive domestic student recruitment and conversion activities.
• Build and manage relationships with schools, career advisers, RTOs, and pathway partners.
• Act as the key contact for assigned schools and develop tailored engagement plans.
• Coordinate school visits, presentations, campus tours, and recruitment events.
• Support Student Ambassador recruitment, training, and engagement.
• Manage enquiries and lead follow-up across multiple channels.
• Use recruitment and market data to inform engagement strategies.
• Develop and enhance recruitment materials and communications.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Marketing, Faculties, and Student Services teams.
• Maintain knowledge of University programs and admission requirements.
• Ensure compliance with University policies, branding, and privacy requirements.

Qualifications, skills & experience

• As part of the selection process the preferred applicant will be required to obtain a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC), hold a current C-Class Driver’s License to travel within the metropolitan area and be available for after hours and weekend work as required.
• Proven student recruitment and student conversion experience.
• Understanding of the student recruitment lifecycle from enquiry to enrolment.
• Experience managing events, projects, or engagement activities.
• Experience using CRM systems and databases.
• Strong communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Ability to analyse data and prepare reports.
• Proactive, results-focused, and able to take initiative.
• Excellent organisation, time management, and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Generous training and development opportunities.
• Friendly and collaborative working environment.
• Be part of a welcoming community of professionals, academics and students.

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

The University is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive working and learning environment.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a self-declaration regarding Gender-Based Violence (as required by the National Code) as part of the pre-employment process. For more information on this please refer to our website.

The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.

Contact us

Please direct your queries regarding this role to Marcia Rodrigues, ***************@nd.edu.au

Applications closing date: 19 October 2026