Engagement Officer

• Full-time, continuing (permanent) opportunity
• Located at either of our Gold Coast or Lismore campuses
• Remuneration up to $99,970, including 17% employers’ contribution to super

About us

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

About the opportunity

The Engagement Officer plays a pivotal role in enhancing the University's presence at student recruitment events and activations across our campuses and beyond. Sitting in the Vice President (Future Student and Outreach) portfolio, this diverse role involves meticulous administrative support, organising events and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders, all in support of our Future Student functions to drive enrolment growth and strengthen community engagement. Core responsibilities include:

• Plan, execute, and manage all aspects of University representation at recruitment events, expos, and activations; including logistics, project planning, catering, transport, staff travel and venue bookings.
• Network, engage and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to optimise the success of outreach, recruitment activities, and activations. This includes pro-active collaboration to optimise impact and minimise duplication of activity.
• Oversee the inventory and materials for events and activations, including the management and distribution of merchandise needed for events and expos.

This role requires flexibility in working hours and some domestic travel in order to support student engagement activities during key recruitment periods.

About you

We are seeking a candidate who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working closely with a team to achieve shared goals. You possess high-level administrative skills with experience working in events or coordinating programs regarded as advantageous. Whether you come from an administrative, events or marketing background, your ability to maintain meticulous organisation and to contribute positively to this high performing team will be key to your success in this role. More specifically, you will have:

• Relevant experience and/or education/training in administration, project or event management. Experience in events or coordinating programs will be highly regarded, but not essential.
• Organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise, apply attention to detail and organise events and activities.
• Interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to operate effectively across multi-disciplinary teams and adapt your approach to changes in environment or circumstances.
• An understanding of fundamental marketing, promotion and communication strategies for events and activities, aimed at driving initiatives that enhance the impact and success of outreach programs

Salary and benefits

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at either Gold Coast or Lismore. Relocation support available.
• HEW Level 5. The base salary ranges from $76,892 - $85,445 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $99,970.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Application requirements

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to support you in preparing your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting ****@scu.edu.au.  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Further information
Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:
Name:       Kate Kennedy-Ripon, Manager, Future Students
Email:        ***************@scu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST, Tuesday 25 June 2024.

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who openly identify as LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

Together, we are Transforming Tomorrow.

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