Outreach Program Coordinator

Description:

• Student Enrichment and Success (SES)

• This is a full-time continuing position with salary in the range $100,554 - $109,496 (HEW 7), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

• Shape the future of students by leading outreach programs that expand access to higher education, while developing your leadership skills through mentoring student ambassadors.

• This dynamic role requires experience in event management and engaging with young people, with flexible hours to accommodate occasional out-of-hours work.

• Based at our St Lucia campus

The Outreach Program Coordinator will develop and deliver a range of on-campus and in-school activities designed to broaden access to higher education for students from regional and low socio-economic backgrounds.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Manage, design, develop, and implement UQ's School Outreach Program for students in Years 7-12.

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including schools, UQ faculties, and government.

• Coordinate and participate in the delivery of outreach activities, including on-campus experiences, workshops, and presentations.

• Supervise Outreach Program Officers, including workload management and performance appraisals.

• Oversee the administrative aspects of outreach activities, including communication, event planning, and budget management.

• Monitor, evaluate, and report on program outcomes, including post-event analysis and the implementation of evaluation mechanisms.

The position is based at the St Lucia Campus and involves frequent planned travel to partnered high schools as well as UQ Gatton Campus.

• Undergraduate degree (preferably in humanities, communications, education, or behavioural sciences) with relevant experience, or extensive experience and expertise in a technical or administrative field.

• Demonstrated project/event management experience, including the ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and manage multiple programs and deadlines.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Queensland secondary and tertiary education systems and understanding of barriers to tertiary study.

• High-level communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, and proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Possession of a valid open driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Blue Card: Holder of a current Queensland Government Blue Card or the ability to attain one.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment, and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.

• Cheap parking, On campus childcare and Salary packaging options.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section

• Resume

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Andrew at a.taukolo@uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Applications close Sunday 30 March 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-48584). Please note that interviews are tentatively scheduled on 4 April 2025.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion , fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.