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About us:
Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.
We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 .
About the opportunity:
The University of Canberra is seeking a creative, energetic go-getter to join our Advancement team as Alumni Coordinator and help bring alumni engagement to life.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and love making things happen, this role offers the chance to create memorable alumni experiences while supporting the University’s Reconnected Plan.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Bringing alumni to life: coordinate programs, events and volunteer initiatives that connect, celebrate and engage UC’s 106,000+ alumni.
Communicating with impact: craft and manage eNewsletters, social media, website content and other communications that inform, inspire and build lasting connections.
Keeping us connected: maintain accurate alumni records, track engagement activities and generate insights to guide strategic decisions.
The go-to person: manage alumni contact points and merchandise requests, while supporting other initiatives that strengthen the Advancement Office and UC community.
About You:
You are a creative self-starter who enjoys connecting with people and bringing ideas to life. Thriving in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, you are an organised and proactive communicator with a passion for building meaningful relationships and delivering engaging alumni experiences.
You will bring excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organisational capability, and confidence using CRM systems, Microsoft Office and email marketing tools. You can manage competing priorities, coordinate activities and meet deadlines in a busy environment, with experience supporting engagement programs or events from planning through to delivery. You demonstrate high attention to detail, reliability and a flexible, can-do approach.
You will hold a relevant degree with relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training/education.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
Flexible working arrangements
Family-friendly policies
On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your CV and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary. Position Description - Alumni Coordinator .
If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.
Eligibility:
Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, the successful candidate will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.
For job specific information: please contact Annie Noonan, Alumni & Community Engagement Manager, Advancement, annie.noonan@canberra.edu.au .
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au . If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 01 February 2026
