School Engagement Specialist

2 weeks ago

Wollongong, Australia University of Wollongong Full time

**School Engagement Specialist**
- Permanent/Continuing, full-time
- Level 6/7: $92,681 - $114,764 + 17% superannuation
- Wollongong Campus

**About the Role**

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is seeking a motivated and dynamic Schools Engagement Specialist to lead targeted engagement activities with schools across designated regions. In this role, you will act as the ‘Face of UOW’ for schools, building strong relationships with students, career advisers, parents, and key influencers to promote UOW’s study pathways and programs.

You will design and deliver school engagement strategies that inspire students to consider higher education, with a particular focus on supporting those from underrepresented backgrounds. You will represent UOW at school visits, expos, and key events, providing personalised advice, presentations, and workshops to ensure future students feel confident and well-informed.

This role will suit a relationship-driven communicator with a passion for education, who thrives in a fast-paced, student-focused environment.

**How to Apply**

Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

**Closing Date: Sunday 13 July 2025, 11:59 PM**

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.

This position has been classified as ‘child-related work”, more information is available within the position description.

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