Student Recruitment Coordinator, UNSW Canberra

Employment type:   Full-time, 35 hours per week
Duration: Continuing
Remuneration:  Broadband 6/7, Level 6 from $103,866/ Level 7 from $113,926 plus 17% super

Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus

About UNSW Canberra
UNSW, Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters:
The Student Recruitment and Outreach team is responsible for the planning and implementation of activities at UNSW Canberra through the active engagement of prospective students. In this role, you will support the Student Recruitment and Outreach Manager in driving team initiatives to establish and maintain productive working relationships with Defence, University stakeholders, visitors, as well as current and prospective students. The Student Recruitment Coordinator is instrumental in supporting and achieving Faculty level future student load targets by planning and delivering key recruitment and marketing activity for UNSW Canberra.

Accountabilities:

• Coordinate the operational aspects of standard student recruitment and outreach activities, including face-to-face and online events, and the development of marketing campaigns and materials.
• Provide input and drive bespoke student recruitment events and marketing activities to deliver on future student enrolment KPI’s.
• The ability to undertake face to face student recruitment activities and attend local, interstate or overseas events, sometimes outside of standard working hours.
• Support successful new program launches.
• Actively contribute to the improvement of processes and procedures within the Student Recruitment team.
• Develop and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Who You Are (skills and experience): 

• A relevant tertiary education qualification with sound experience in product marketing or an equivalent level of industry knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated skills in developing and implementing marketing, communication and/or engagement plans and marketing communication materials.
• Strong commercial acumen and achievement orientation in a KPI driven sales/marketing context.
• Excellent collaboration skills and experience working in complex organisational environments.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with a demonstrated track record of fostering and maintaining strong and successful internal and external networks.
• Higher Education experience across local and national markets is highly desirable.

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

Eligibility: 
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.  

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Wednesday 30 July 2025 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing your interest and suitability for the role. 

Get in Touch:

For role-related queries please contact:
Frank Larkin – Student Recruitment & Outreach Manager
f.larkin@unsw.edu.au

For recruitment process related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant
h.whale@unsw.edu.au

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW  

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra 
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.