Schools Engagement Facilitator
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Job Summary
- Work with the Tasmania Engagement team and University staff to deliver school engagement activities
- Partner with academics to promote courses and learning pathways building aspiration for higher education
- Part-time (0.8 FTE) ongoing role based in Hobart
About the opportunity
Aligned to the Universitys strategic objectives the Schools Engagement team plays a critical role in the implementation of the Universitys schools engagement approach. The team works across the University and with Academic Units to develop activities to increase aspiration for higher education and assist in increasing the number of domestic students attending the University of Tasmania.
As a Schools Engagement Facilitator you will be responsible for planning and coordinating school group visits to University campuses. This includes developing activity programs in collaboration with academic units overseeing all event logistics and maintaining clear and timely communication with schools.
What youll do:
- Support tours and visits to campus for prospective students and school groups ensuring a positive and informative experience.
- Work with stakeholders within Student Services and Operations and the wider University to ensure coordinated support for engagement activities aligning with strategic objectives.
- Project manage approved initiatives utilising a safety-first approach to ensure that maximum benefits are achieved for all parties and in a manner that enhances the reputation of the University amongst partner organisations and the wider community.
- Work with colleagues in the Tasmania Engagement team to continuously improve and refine processes that support the efficient and effective delivery of engagement activities for maximum impact.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation activities for schools engagement by collecting and analysing feedback data and preparing reports for leadership and academic colleagues to support continuous improvement.
What were looking for:
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain successful relationships with key stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
- Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple projects and deliver outcomes on time and within budget and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across a geographically dispersed team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to confidently liaise with people of various skills experience and background to achieve positive outcomes.
- An understanding of the challenges facing the Tasmanian education sector and the need to increase access and participation across the educational spectrum.
- Excellent digital literacy including the ability to use contemporary computer-based administrative systems records management and database applications including those commonly used in schools.
Salary details
Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116872 comprising base salary within the range of $92120 to $99891 pro rata plus 17% superannuation.
How to Apply
- To apply online please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role skills capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success profile.
- For further information about this position please contact Prue Handbury Manager or.
- Please visit for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- For current UTAS staff in submitting your application you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.
Link to Position Description to be included here.
Applications close Sunday 1 February 2026 11.55pm
The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.
As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.
To be eligible for this position you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Communication skills
- Classroom Experience
- Data Collection
- Adult Education
- Meeting Facilitation
- Calculus
- LMS
- Teaching
- Training & Development
- Exercise Planning
- Remedy
