Future Students and Outreach Coordinator

About the role

CQUniversity Mackay or Rockhampton is hiring a Future Students and Outreach Coordinator within the Global Brand and Marketing Directorate. This is a fixed-term, full-time position until 31 December 2027 at HEW level 7, with total remuneration of $125,827 to $136,078 per year (salary of $106,326 to $114,988 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading). The role supports the university's Future Students and Outreach Strategy, strengthening connections with prospective students, especially among low socio-economic, rural and remote and First Nations cohorts.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and delivery of student recruitment, engagement and outreach initiatives across Central Queensland.
• Provide day-to-day leadership to a dedicated team.
• Oversee school engagement programs, Year 12 experiences, Open Days, outreach events and targeted marketing initiatives.
• Work with stakeholders across the University and the wider community to build connections with prospective students and grow the university's presence in the Rockhampton, Mackay and Emerald regions.

Required profile

• Degree with at least four years' subsequent relevant experience in marketing, student engagement, community engagement, education or a related field.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices behind student engagement, outreach, participation, recruitment or community engagement programs.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects and events, implement operational plans and manage budgets and risk.
• Experience engaging with school-aged students and diverse or underrepresented communities (desirable).
• Full Australian work rights; visa sponsorship is not available.

Required skills

• Stakeholder engagement, consultation, negotiation and influencing.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.

What we offer

• 17% superannuation, with the option to join a superfund.
• 5.4 weeks annual leave, including Christmas and New Year closure.
• 10 days personal/sick leave and 5 days carer's leave.
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave.
• Professional and career development opportunities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, and access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport.

Applicants submit a CV and a 1-2 page cover letter by 11:59 pm on 17 November 2026; appointments are subject to pre-employment checks and the fit-and-proper person criteria.