Senior Officer, Student Orientation and Engagement

• Based at our Melbourne Burwood Campus hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time (Part-time will be considered) and fixed-term until August 2026
• HEW 6 $96276 - $% Superannuation (4% pay increase will apply from 29 June 2026)
• This position is open to current Deakin Staff members only

Benefits for working with us!

At Deakin we offer more than just a job - we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong Melbourne and regional Victoria youll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare gyms medical centres cafes accessible public transport and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services ongoing professional development opportunities and inclusive supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow - whether youre working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.

About this role:

The primary purpose of the Senior Officer Orientation is to support coordination development delivery ongoing review and evaluation of programs of work relating to the Universitys orientation and student experience objectives.

As a Senior Officer Student Orientation and Engagement you will:

• Coordinate and deliver engaging student orientation programs working collaboratively with stakeholders and student partners to ensure a seamless and inclusive experience.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by gathering stakeholder feedback implementing changes and enhancing the effectiveness of orientation and student engagement activities.
• Provide professional and timely support through effective management of shared email accounts applying best-practice customer service principles in all communications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with students colleagues and external stakeholders using effective communication and influencing skills to foster collaboration and engagement.
• Plan prioritise and evaluate operational activities to achieve strategic objectives proactively identifying barriers and implementing practical solutions to deliver high-quality outcomes

To be successful youll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Relevant experience in program project and event experience including coordination scheduling implementation delivery evaluation and on the ground support in a large complex organisation governed by policies and procedures
• High level administrative experience preferably in the education sector

Heres how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience. This position is open to current Deakin staff members only.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role please contact Sarah Miocic Manager Student Engagement and Orientation on

For a copy of the position description please see below:

PD - Senior Officer Student Orientation and

Applications for this position close on Tuesday 9th of June at 11.55pm.

Are You Ready

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile dynamic and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all abilities cultures sexual orientation and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Genderbased Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Genderbased Violence during the course of their previous employment or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced genderbased violence. A Yes response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the Universitys safety obligations.