Alumni & Adjunct Coordinator

  • University of Canberra
  • Australia, ACT
  • Jul 10, 2026
Administration, Student Services
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    Job Description:

    • Help shape lifelong connections with our University community
    • UC Level 5, Salary Range $81,918 pa - $93,070 pa plus 17% Super
    • Full Time Fixed Term till February 2027

    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. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

    About the opportunity:

    We are looking for a highly organised and proactive coordinator to join us in this fixed-term opportunity through to February 2027, helping strengthen the University's connections with alumni, adjuncts, honorary appointees and other key stakeholders.

    Combining stakeholder engagement, event coordination, and administration, this varied role offers the opportunity to support meaningful programs and initiatives that foster lifelong connections with the University.

    If you thrive on managing multiple priorities, building relationships and delivering exceptional experiences, this could be the role for you!

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate alumni and adjunct engagement initiatives, including events, networking opportunities, mentoring programs, and communications.
    • Manage the end-to-end administration of honorary and adjunct appointments, ensuring accurate records and timely coordination of key processes.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with alumni, adjuncts, Professor Emeriti, and honorary appointees as a key point of contact.
    • Maintain stakeholder records and reporting within the University's CRM, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
    • Provide administrative and event support across the Advancement team, contributing to the successful delivery of strategic engagement activities.

    Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

    The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be explored on our “Work at UC” site which includes:

    • 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)
    • Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

    What we need from you: To apply, simply submit your CV via the “Apply Now” button. We encourage you to tailor your CV to the Position Description, clearly highlighting the skills and experience most relevant to the role.

    Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.

    For job specific information: please contact Adele Butterworth, Alumni & Community Engagement Manager, [email protected].

    For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

    Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 19 July 2026



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