• Full time continuing opportunity based at our Callaghan Campus
• Higher Education Worker Level 6 + 17% superannuation
• Coordinate the University’s Student Ambassador program to deliver recruitment and engagement activities for prospective students

Be challenged and imagine with us

The Student Ambassador Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of the Student Ambassador Program, which is a lead initiative under the University’s Domestic Student Recruitment Strategy. This role will recruit and supervise a team of casual student ambassadors who work to deliver a range of student recruitment and engagement activities, including within high schools and TAFE to help meet domestic student recruitment performance targets.

The position will oversee all aspects of the student ambassador program from talent search and recruitment; to training and development programs; to day-to-day supervision including rostering, leadership and mentoring.

Along with your strong organisational ability you will inspire us with your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

This continuing position is full time at a HEW 6 Higher Education Level and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

For more information click here – Our Uni.

About the Unit

This role sits within the Marketing and Communications Team who leads domestic student recruitment and marketing strategies as well as international recruitment marketing. They drive engagement and storytelling to build the University’s brand and manage its reputation, as well as helping to nurture a sense of pride amongst the University’s community.

Working in partnership with Colleges and Divisions, M&C participates in key decision making and priority setting related to program development, domestic and international student recruitment, high school outreach, and campaign development.

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

• The remuneration for this position is from $82,707 - $91,259 p.a. +17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

Your next steps

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.

Your application must include:

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below:

1. A degree with subsequent relevant experiences, or extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and / or training.
2. Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating and successfully implementing student recruitment events and activities.
3. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills including the capacity to build respectful relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and collaborate within and across teams.
4. Highly developed organisational skills to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines.
5. Demonstrated leadership capability including the ability to coach and inspire a team of casual student ambassadors to work in a professional capacity to deliver exceptional performance outcomes.
6. Knowledge of, and experience in adhering to workplace policies and procedures in the areas of work health safety, equity, diversity and promoting a respectful workplace culture.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

Due to the nature of this role, the University may require the preferred candidate to undertake further pre-employment checks.

For specific position enquiries, please contact Belinda Rose, Senior Manager, Future Students on (02) 4921 7086 or via email Belinda.Rose@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Wednesday 17th May 2023 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!

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