Future Students and Outreach Assistant

About this Opportunity

• Two positions available
• Continuing, Full-Time
• Global Brand and Marketing Directorate
• CQUniversity Bundaberg and Cairns
• Higher Education Worker Level 4
• Total Remuneration $91,663 to $96,819 pa (including salary of $77,457 to $81,814 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

CQUniversity is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated professional to join our team. In this position, you'll help prospective students explore their study and career options while representing CQUniversity across schools, events and community activities.

In this varied role, you will support a range of student recruitment and outreach initiatives by attending careers expos, visiting schools, coordinating events, delivering presentations and responding to enquiries from future students and their supporters. Through these interactions, you'll help people make informed decisions about their future while showcasing the opportunities available through education.

Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team, you'll develop valuable skills in communication, relationship management, event coordination and stakeholder engagement. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping future students explore their study and career pathways.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Experience in customer service, sales, marketing, education or similar.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of people.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including confidence speaking to groups and presenting information.
• Demonstrated organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business systems.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence and a Blue Card, or willingness to obtain one.

Pre-Employment Checks

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which may include a National Police Check and/or Working with Children Check (where applicable).

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment where its members can study, work and live free from gender-based violence. In line with our organisational values and regulatory obligations, applicants may be required to declare any past or current allegations, investigations or findings relating to gender-based violence.

The successful candidate may also be required to demonstrate that they meet the “fit and proper person” criteria as required under applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks (including ASQA requirements where relevant).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At CQUniversity, inclusivity is at the heart of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed regardless of background or ability.

We advance reconciliation through our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), First Nations Workforce Strategy and our First Nations Cultural Competency Framework, strengthening opportunities for First Nations peoples and embedding cultural respect across our organisation. 

Through our Disability-Informed Action Plan, we continue to enhance accessibility and inclusion across our University. As a recognised member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, we actively promote awareness and understanding of non-visible disabilities, helping to ensure everyone can bring their whole selves to work and thrive.

CQUniversity is also committed to providing an accessible, equitable and inclusive recruitment and selection process. The University will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment, selection, appointment and onboarding process to ensure people with disability can participate on an equal basis with others.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday, 15 October 2026

  
Job Requisition ID: 7720

Contact Details: 

Skye Calvert

(07) 4930 9398

s.calvert@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. 

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

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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