Advancement Officer (Administration)

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 31.08.2026), Full-Time
• Global Brand and Marketing Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 4
• Total Remuneration $85,571 to $90,384 pa (including salary of $72,309 to $76,376 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 leads the University’s strategic communications, alumni engagement and philanthropic initiatives, supporting positive outcomes across our national footprint.

As a key member of the Advancement Services team, you will play an important role in supporting CQUniversity’s Alumni, Advancement and Philanthropy strategies. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality administrative support, stakeholder engagement and campaign coordination to help strengthen connections with alumni, donors and community partners.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional with demonstrated administrative and communication skills, ideally gained in customer service, membership or education settings. You will be confident working across large systems, managing accurate data, and contributing to reports and communications that support strategy.

At CQUniversity, you will join a team that values collaboration and integrity. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to relationship-building activities that help shape the future of the University and its communities.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• Generous annual, personal/sick, carers and parental leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Experience in customer service, alumni, membership, sales, marketing or education administration roles.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in business software and corporate systems (e.g. Word, Excel, databases, email, CRM).
• High attention to detail, strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow procedures.

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, Wednesday, 9 July 2025

  
Job Requisition ID: 6179

Contact Details: 

Lisa Little

(07) 4930 9144

l.little@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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