International Admissions Officer

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 06.08.2027), Full-Time
• International Directorate
• CQUniversity Melbourne or Sydney
• Higher Education Worker Level 6
• Total Remuneration $110,541 to $119,053 pa (including salary of $93,409 to $100,602 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

Join CQUniversity’s International Directorate and play a key role in supporting the admissions journey for international students across Higher Education and VET. This maternity leave backfill offers the opportunity to coordinate the end-to-end admissions process, from application assessment and offer generation through to enrolment and Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) issuance.

Using your initiative, analytical skills and attention to detail, you will assess applications in line with legislative and University requirements, including Genuine Student (GS) considerations and visa framework compliance. You will manage high-volume processing while maintaining accuracy, identifying trends or anomalies, and ensuring turnaround times are met.

Working collaboratively, you will liaise with education agents and prospective students, delivering a high standard of customer service and supporting a smooth transition to study and life in Australia. You will also contribute to continuous improvement of admissions processes and maintain accurate, compliant student records.

This is a rewarding opportunity to apply your expertise in a fast-paced, globally focused environment and help welcome students from around the world to CQUniversity.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at 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

• Experience managing end-to-end international admissions, from application assessment and offer generation through to issuing Confirmations of Enrolment (CoEs).
• Ability to build relationships with agents and prospective students, delivering strong customer service.
• Experience conducting Genuine Student and financial assessments in line with Australian Government requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a focus on compliance.
• Experience in international admissions or recruitment (desirable).
• Additional language skills (desirable).

Position Description

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

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday, 30 April 2026 

  
Job Requisition ID: 7228

Contact Details: 

Poumittra Sumputh

(03) 9616 0462

n.sumputh@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

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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