Student Engagement Officer

UWA; Crawley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university based in Crawley seeks a Student Engagement Officer. This role involves contributing to initiatives that enhance student engagement and well-being. Full-time and fixed-term from April 2026 to January 2028, the successful candidate will coordinate events and work closely with various teams. The ideal applicant will have relevant qualifications, substantial promotional experience, and strong communication skills. A competitive salary package including a base salary range of $83,212 – $92,231 plus superannuation is offered.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Paid parental leave

Annual leave with purchase options

Superannuation contributions

Tuition discounts for courses

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience in program promotion.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues impacting student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to programs that shape student engagement and leadership.
• Work closely with diverse teams to deliver initiatives.
• Coordinate student experience and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Event coordination

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

• Student Administration / Support Services 1
• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Student Engagement Officer

Job no: 521930
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Community Engagement/Marketing, Student Administration / Support Services

• Contribute to programs that shape student engagement, leadership, and wellbeing at a leading university.
• Work closely with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative student experience initiatives.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis from 1 April 2026 until 2 January 2028.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Division of Student Life sits within the UWA Education Portfolio, overseen by the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Education. Together with the Division of Student Accommodation and Community, Student Life plays an integral role in the shared strategic goal of providing a world‑class student experience.

The Division has five core functions, Student Administration, Student Offices, International Student Experience and Global Learning, Student Equity and Success, and Student Wellbeing and Engagement. The scope of services centre on the student journey, from the provision of student programs and activities that support and promote access to UWA, to student enrolment, course planning, transition, and progression through the lifecycle of study to graduation. The Division is also responsible for the delivery of services that promote academic success and support wellbeing and engagement for an enhanced student experience. Student Life works closely with the Student Guild, affiliated residential colleges and the wider UWA Education portfolio.

The Student Wellbeing and Engagement teams facilitate a high‑quality student experience through integrated and comprehensive services. The Wellbeing team is responsible for the delivery of the UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework focusing on opportunities for early intervention and timely access to low barrier services. Student Wellbeing has four broad areas of Counselling services; early intervention services and cohort initiatives in Student Wellbeing; Student Engagement and the provision of a contemporary onboarding experience and the creation of a Respectful and Safer Communities team, as a priority strategic initiative.

About the opportunity

• The Division of Student Life, part of UWA’s Education Portfolio, focuses on delivering a world‑class student experience through services spanning the entire student lifecycle—from enrolment to graduation.
• Core functions include Student Administration, International Student Experience, Student Equity and Success, and Student Wellbeing and Engagement, with strong collaboration across UWA and the Student Guild.
• The Student Wellbeing and Engagement team drives mental health initiatives, early intervention services, onboarding programs, and respectful community strategies to enhance student belonging and success.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience in the promotion of programs including the development and dissemination of promotional material, both in hard copy and electronic form.
• Demonstrated understanding of relevant issues impacting on student engagement and belonging and how that affects the success and progression of undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to coordinate large scale events, set priorities and meet deadlines.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 18 January 2026

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [e-mail] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6‑digit job reference number.

Advertised: 12 Jan 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 18 Jan 2026 W. Australia Standard Time

Coordinate and report on student experience and engagement initiatives, and assist with the design and delivery of co‑curricular programs.