Outreach Program Officer chez The University of Queensland

• Student Enrichment and Success (SES)

• This is a full-time continuing position with salary in the range $82,133 - $91,295 (HEW 5), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

• Drive equity and access to higher education by delivering engaging on-campus and in-school programs.

• This dynamic role requires strong time management, event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to supporting students from regional and low socio-economic backgrounds.

• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity 

Join our team as the Outreach Program Officer to help deliver a range of engaging on-campus and in-school programs focused on breaking down barriers and increasing higher education access for regional and low socio-economic students.

Key responsibilities will include: 

Program Delivery and Student Support

• Develop and deliver a range of educational workshops and presentations both on and off campus. You will provide expert advice and guidance to secondary school students regarding post-secondary study options and university transition.

Logistics and Event Coordination

• Lead the organisation of all logistical aspects for on- and off-campus programs, activities, and events. This includes managing venue bookings, transport, catering, preparing materials and run sheets, and ensuring all details are efficiently managed.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Build and manage relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders (e.g., schools, faculties, ambassadors) to ensure effective program delivery. You will also develop and prepare creative web and print content for communication updates to students, parents, and schools.

Team and Administrative Coordination

• In collaboration with program coordinators, administer aspects of the Ambassador/Mentor Program, including selection, training, and operational supervision. You will also coordinate general administrative tasks, support budget planning, manage data entry, and utilise university systems (like CRM) to collate and analyse survey data.

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

About You  

• Degree, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education, with a background in Student Services, Support, or similar student-facing roles.

• Excellent communication skills and the proven ability to adjust your style when engaging with various stakeholders. You also possess an understanding of the systematic barriers faced by students from underrepresented groups, including low socio-economic and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

• Possess high-level administrative and organisational skills, demonstrating an ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated event planning experience is also required.

• High level of computer literacy, with knowledge of Microsoft and Adobe suites. You must also have the ability to rapidly gain competency in specialised programs such as Vision6, Canva, InDesign, and Drupal.

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

• Hold and maintain a valid Queensland Government Blue Card.

• Hold and maintain a valid First aid and CPR certification.

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.

About UQ

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.

Want to Apply? 

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 Rebecca at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close 19 October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-56530). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 28 October 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 [email protected] 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.