Job no: 0052704
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed Term for 18 months
Department: Student and Scholarly Services (SASS)
Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 – $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
• Coordinate and develop recruitment plans to engage prospective onshore graduate students, boosting enrolments for the University.
• Enjoy a unique opportunity to innovate and build strong relationships across teams, driving graduate recruitment success.
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Graduate Coordinator develops and implements strategies to recruit graduate students both internally and externally. The role focuses on engaging prospective onshore students through targeted campaigns and activities, working closely with Communications, Marketing, and Student Information teams to drive recruitment and service excellence.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Support the Senior Manager in executing and monitoring the graduate student recruitment plan, ensuring KPIs are met.
• Plan and deliver University-wide recruitment activities and campaigns to enhance domestic and international onshore student recruitment.
• Utilise market intelligence and collaborate with internal teams to drive successful recruitment strategies and student conversions.
• Build strong relationships with education agents and stakeholders, contributing to continuous improvement and innovation in recruitment practices.
Who we are looking for
You will support the Senior Manager in executing the graduate student recruitment plan, delivering University-wide recruitment campaigns, and driving successful strategies using market intelligence. You will build relationships with education agents, influence peers, and leverage your excellent communication and organisational skills to enhance recruitment practices and meet KPIs.
You will also have:
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience with domestic and international prospective students and understanding of the Australian tertiary education sector.
• Knowledge of university systems such as Salesforce and Technology One related to student recruitment.
• Working knowledge of a second language.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services (SASS)
Student and Scholarly Services (SASS) handles student administration from recruitment to graduation. The Executive Directorate, led by the Executive Director and Academic Registrar, manages student grievances, operational planning, and communications, while providing support to the Executive Director and sub-portfolio directors.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
