This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, **** NSW.
Candidates who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torries Strait Islander will be required to demonstrate their heritage by way of providing Confirmation of Aboriginality in line with University procedure.
Be challenged and imagine with us
As Student Recruitment Officer, you will play a key role in implementing programs and initiatives designed to attract and inspire prospective Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, fostering awareness of the opportunities available at our University.
In this role you will:
Deliver targeted recruitment strategies to high schools and community organisations.
Plan and coordinate engagement events on our Central Coast campuses.
Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while championing education and engagement within Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.
This continuing position is full time, at a HEW 6, and located at the Central Coast Campus on Awabakal and Worimi land.
How will you inspire us?
You will have:
Strong initiative and an approachable manner, motivated and energised to attract prospective students.
Clear communication skills including the ability to engage with both students and community members.
The ability to implement the values and objectives of the Wollotuka Cultural Standards throughout all aspects of work.
What we offer
The remuneration for this position is from $93,929 to $103,641 p.a + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.
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:
17% super and salary packaging.
A supportive workplace with a strong commitment to inclusion, equity, and cultural safety.




Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff leave.
Additional University Holiday days, generous personal, life, and parental leave, annual leave loading, and additional purchased leave scheme.
Discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more.
A range of support and wellbeing programs.
For more information on benefits and conditions, please follow this link.
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 are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.
Your next steps
We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free.
If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or to submit an application, please reach out to ******.
We also seek to provide a fair chance to all applicants by providing reasonable adjustments where required during the assessment and interview phases of the recruitment process.
Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act ****
A degree and subsequent experience in a relevant field: or extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in an administrative field; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and or education/training
Demonstrated experience in student recruitment and capacity to contribute to the development of marketing plans to recruit students.
High level communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to communicate with a broad range of peoples, including engaging with primary and secondary schools and communication with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.




Ability to generate a strong sense of team spirit, co-operation and collaboration within and across teams.
Our assessment process
Typically candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process:
Interview (an 'in person' interview will be conducted as part of the process)
Referee checks
Pre-employment checks as appropriate to the role
Our University is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for every member of our community.
This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive.
As part of this, and in alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence ****, from 1 January ****, the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.
The completion and return of the University's Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University.
Our adherence to the Code is about more than compliance – it's about living our values.
Together, we can ensure our University remains a place where respect, safety, and inclusion are non‐negotiable.
Contact Us
For specific position enquiries, please contact Kristy Faulkner, Student Advancement & Recruitment Manager on ************** or via email at ******
For questions regarding Aboriginality as a genuine occupational qualification for this role, or providing Confirmation of Aboriginality, please reach out to Simone Jordan, Indigenous Employment Partner on ************** or via email at ******
Having technical difficulties?
Please reach out to us: ****** Please note, we do not accept email applications.
Closing date: Wednesday,19 August **** at *****pm AEST
We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!
We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.
The University of Newcastle is an equal chance employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.
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📌 Student Recruitment Officer (Central Coast)
🏢 University Of Newcastle Employees, Location, Alumni
📍 Central Coast