Student Recruitment & Outreach Officer

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As Student Recruitment and Outreach Officer, you will be responsible for implementing student recruitment and engagement initiatives to promote University of Newcastle programs and influence student application outcomes.

In this role you will:

• Support the delivery of student recruitment events and activities aimed at meeting enrolment targets, including career markets and high school campus visits.
• Use statistics and market intelligence to track and assess the effectiveness of marketing and engagement activities.
• Represent the University of Newcastle at off-campus events like career markets, as well as on-campus activities such as campus tours.

This continuing position is full time and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

How will you inspire us?

You will have:

• An understanding of the Higher Education student admissions process.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to build effective relationships with both internal stakeholders and potential future students.
• Enthusiasm and confidence in presenting to and engaging with prospective students..
• Ability to accurately capture data and provide insights to relevant stakeholders.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position is from $77,858 to $90,316 + 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience. 

We offer a range of benefits and employment conditions that help you balance your commitments, stay healthy, and work effectively. For information on our employee benefits (such as leave, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships, and salary packaging) please visit here.  

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

Your next steps

Important information before you apply:

• If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ (or equivalent) to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy from the Related Documents section before commencing your application.
• Due to the nature of this role, the University may require the preferred candidate to undertake further pre-employment checks.
• Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Your application:

Your application must include:

• Your resume.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below (these may differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the below in your application).

1. Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or completion of an associate diploma and at least 2 years’ relevant experience; or completion of a post-trades certificate or advanced certificate and extensive relevant experience in student recruitment; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
2. Highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to participate in a team environment and collaborate within and across teams.
3. Highly developed communication skills, including experience in providing advice to diverse stakeholders, create engaging presentations and reviewing content for print and electronic publications.
4. An understanding of the Australian tertiary education sector and the NSW education system along with tertiary admission processes.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 3 pages.

We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free. If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or to submit an application, please reach out to employment@newcastle.edu.au.

We also seek to provide a fair chance to all applicants by providing reasonable adjustments where required during the assessment and interview phases of the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For specific position enquiries, please contact Belinda Rose, Senior Manager, Student Recruitment & Outreach on (02) 4921 7086 or via email at belinda.rose@newcastle.edu.au

Having technical difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au Please note, we do not accept email applications.

Closing date: Thursday 31 October 2024 at 11.59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do. 

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

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