Classification: ANU Officer 5 (Administration)
Salary package: $89,760 – $97,918 per annum, plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-time, Fixed-term (up to 12 months)

In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region.

Position overview

The Student Retention Officer will work within the Student Engagement and Education Management (SEEM) Division under the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) Portfolio. SEEM is responsible for the administrative support of students throughout the student lifecycle, from when an offer is accepted through to the completion of their studies. The role forms part of the Student Transition and Retention team, and reports to the Manager, Student Transition and Retention.

The Student Retention Officer will work closely with team members and key stakeholders to support the development and delivery of initiatives that enhance the retention of both domestic and international students at ANU. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to recent retention initiatives, build productive stakeholder relationships, and further strengthen their student engagement and communication skills.

For further information please contact Nic Kaiser, Student Retention Coordinator, E: [email protected]





The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [email protected].

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion.

Application information

To apply, please upload:

- a statement addressing the selection criteria of maximum 2 pages,
- a current curriculum vitae (CV) of maximum 3 pages, which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If referees are not listed on your CV, you may provide these when prompted in the application form, and
- other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

📌 Student Retention Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Australian National University
📍 Canberra