Engagement Manager - Student Placements

About the role

Acknowledge Education is looking for an experienced Engagement Manager to build strong industry partnerships and create meaningful placement opportunities for its Community Services and Social Work students. Based at the Brisbane campus in Fortitude Valley and reporting to the Engagement Team Leader, the role is proactive and relationship focused, combining business development and stakeholder engagement with work that helps students gain industry experience.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community services organisations and industry partners.
• Identify, negotiate and secure quality student placement opportunities.
• Develop new partnerships while strengthening existing industry and alumni networks.
• Collaborate with academic teams so placements meet course and accreditation requirements.
• Plan ahead for future placement demand and support positive student and industry partner experiences.
• Use stakeholder feedback and industry insights to continuously improve placement opportunities.

Required profile

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in industry engagement, stakeholder management, community services, social work or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in business development and building strong industry partnerships.
• Understanding of student placements and compliance requirements within higher education.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.
• Current driver's licence and access to your own vehicle.
• A qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Management or a related discipline is advantageous but not essential.

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangement, with regular visits to industry partners and placement organisations.
• The chance to make a real impact by helping students access industry experience and career opportunities.
• Variety and autonomy in building relationships and getting out into the community.
• A supportive team within a growing national education provider.