Head of Alumni Engagement

Overview

The Head of Alumni Engagement leads the development and delivery of the University's alumni engagement strategy and programs. The leader will be expected to work closely with the Advancement and Philanthropy Team and Student Life Team.

This role is pivotal in leading a dynamic team which deepens connection, celebrates impact and creates lifelong value for our alumni as part of a broader student lifecycle engagement program. Working in partnership with colleges and divisions, and with the executive and senior leaders, the Head of Alumni Engagement is accountable for enabling the University to achieve key engagement objectives and deliver an outstanding alumni experience for the University's 200,000 plus alumni.

The Head of Alumni Engagement is responsible for identifying, cultivating and stewarding relationships with key alumni across the globe. The role will lead the development and management of volunteer networks and chapters, including the Alumni Advisory Committee, inspiring alumni to connect and engage through a mutually beneficial relationship.

About You

You are a charismatic leader whose approach to engagement quickly builds trust, respect and rapport with our diverse 200,000 plus alumni community across the globe.

Note: as part of the application process you will be required to formally address each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria. You will find the complete list of criteria in the attached Position Description.

Our university

For over 60 years, the University of Newcastle has built a reputation for excellence in education and research, ranking in the top 1% of global universities and among the top 40 for impact. With a strong focus on equity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and developing socially oriented leaders, our campuses in Newcastle, the Central Coast, Sydney, and Singapore offer a dynamic environment for academic growth.

The University of Newcastle is proud to be one of the first two Universities in Australia to achieve SAGE Athena Swan Silver Accreditation for gender equity, diversity, and inclusion (GEDI).

For more information please refer to Our Uni.

What We Offer

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.

• flexible working arrangements (in line with the University's Flexible Work Policy);
• 17% super and salary packaging;
• additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, and additional purchased leave scheme;
• discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
• wellbeing programs.

Your next steps

Please visit for a guide on how to apply for a role. It's important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application.

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please use the Apply option to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.

Your Application Must Include

• A copy of your current CV, relevant to the position.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for the role (maximum 2 pages).
• A formal address of each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria as outlined in the Position Description (maximum 4 pages).

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

For specific position enquiries, contact the Director – Advancement, Office of Alumni and Philanthropy, Kate Meyers via email at Kate.Meyers@newcastle.edu.au or on +61 (2) 427 007 374.

Having difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Monday, 8 September 2025 at 11.59pm AEST

Interviews for the position will be held on Friday, 19 September 2025.

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

A Move to Newcastle

A move to Newcastle, Australia offers you the choice to live in the city, by the beach or near bushland. The region offers a vibrant cultural scene, fantastic connectivity to major cities and tourist destinations, a lower cost of living than major cities like Sydney – it really does offer a great lifestyle.

Visit Imagine Newcastle or City of Newcastle sites to imagine your future in Newcastle.

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Higher Education

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