Senior Officer Future Students and Outreach

About this Opportunity

• Continuing Contingent*, Full-Time
• 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 leads strategic initiatives to grow student engagement, enhance reputation and expand access to education. Through innovative outreach, marketing and partnership activities, the team connects diverse communities with meaningful study pathways and supports equitable participation in higher education and training.

As a Senior Officer Future Students and Outreach, you will work under the leadership of a Future Students and Outreach Coordinator to develop and deliver engaging initiatives that support the delivery of CQUniversity’s Future Students and Outreach strategy. With a focus on outreach, aspiration-building, engagement and transition initiatives that strengthen connections with prospective students and communities to support participation in higher education, particularly among low socio-economic, rural and remote, and First Nations cohorts. You will take a proactive role in building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships, while providing guidance and support to team members in delivering project and activity outcome.

We are looking for a motivated individual with excellent communication skills who enjoys building networks to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with students while promoting the CQUniversity experience and study opportunities to the broader community.

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 at least two years’ relevant experience; or extensive experience and specialist expertise in marketing, student engagement, community engagement, education or a related field.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices underpinning the operational planning, delivery and evaluation of community engagement programs and events.
• 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.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to deliver engaging presentations and communicate effectively with prospective students, staff and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering engagement strategies, plans, projects, events or campaigns, including monitoring, reporting and continuous improvement.
• Experience in mentoring or managing others, and an understanding of the Australian tertiary education and vocational training sector (Desirable).
• 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).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At CQUniversity, inclusivity is at the heart of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed. We advance reconciliation through our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), First Nations Workforce Strategy and our First Nations Cultural Competency Framework, strengthening opportunities for First Nations peoples and embedding cultural respect across our organisation. 

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.

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, Monday, 7 September 2026 

  
Job Requisition ID: 7571

Contact Details: 

Skye Calvert

(07) 4930 9398

s.calvert@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.

*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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