Schools Engagement Officer
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Job Summary
As a Schools Engagement Officer you will play a key role in inspiring the next generation of students to choose Griffith University. Working closely with the Future Students Manager this role delivers dynamic outreach programs with partner schools showcasing Griffith as a leading tertiary destination.
Youll bring learning to life through engaging inschool workshops oncampus experiences and career development activities for students in Years 912. Collaborating with the Future Students and equity teams youll build strong partnerships and create meaningful pathways to higher education with a strong focus on priority cohorts including Indigenous students Pasifika students students with disability and refugees.
About you
Youre someone who brings a passion to the Future Students team professionalism and a drive to promote and build relationships.
You will also have:
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver student transition and support initiatives supporting students into appropriate tertiary education programs.
- Experience working with diverse cohorts such as Indigenous students Pasifika students students with disability refugees and underrepresented groups in higher education.
- Proven relationship building skills with the ability to promote university outreach programs whilst working collaboratively with internal teams schools community organisations and external partners.
- Experience delivering outreach and equity programs including coordinating recruitment selection training and supervision of student mentors from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong understanding of student engagement strategies with the ability to review evaluate and continuously improve outreach activities to maximise student participation and impact.
What we can offer
- This is a full-time continuing position based at the Griffith University Nathan or Logan campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.
- Base salary will be HEW 6 range $91843 - $97964per annum 17% superannuation. Salary package including 17% employer superannuation $107456 - $114618.
Additional Information :
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
- Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
- Opportunities for internal mobility
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.
Applicants must have Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position and successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A covering statement (no more than 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section and Position Description) and a full curriculum vitae including name and contact details.
Applicants must have Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position and successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
For further information specifically about this role please contact Jodie Brooks Future Students Manager via
For application advice please reach out to Kate Watson Talent Acquisition Partner and quote REF9524B.
Closing date: Sunday 15th February 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Employee Orientation
- Public Health
- Account Management
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- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
- Public Speaking
About Company
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