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Senior Alumni Engagement Officer
Marketing
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Remote / WFH
University Of Western Australia
Job Description
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.
Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Job no: 523578
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Community Engagement/Marketing
Shape lifelong alumni relationships and meaningful community impact at one of Australia’s leading universities.
Play a key role connecting graduates across Australia and the world through purposeful engagement.
Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
Base salary range: $104,243 – $115,661 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) lead the University’s alumni, philanthropic and community engagement strategies. The team works collaboratively across the University to embed engagement and philanthropy into everyday operations, building enduring relationships that advance institutional goals and enrich the student and graduate experience.
About the opportunity
Design and deliver alumni engagement initiatives that connect graduates with Schools, students and special interest communities.
Identify and support volunteering, mentoring and advocacy opportunities by aligning alumni skills and interests with School priorities.
Partner with internal stakeholders across academic, student, marketing and advancement teams to raise the profile of alumni and strengthen participation in university life.
Contribute to the delivery of global alumni engagement initiatives, strengthening connections with the international alumni community and supporting the University’s global alumni program.
About you
A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience.
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and volunteers.
Demonstrated experience building lasting relationships and delivering high‑quality client or stakeholder engagement.
Well‑developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives, meet deadlines and report on outcomes.
Cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively across diverse communities, with a flexible approach to engaging with people in different regions and contexts.
Experience working with CRM systems and digital tools to support engagement, reporting and communications.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, ****** harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. Some travel intrastate, interstate, and internationally may be required. Some after-hours and weekend work may be required.
Position description: Senior Alumni Engagement Officer PD.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Daniel Ruiz Alzate at Daniel.ruizalzate@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday 17th June 2026.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
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.
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.
Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Job no: 523578
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Community Engagement/Marketing
Shape lifelong alumni relationships and meaningful community impact at one of Australia’s leading universities.
Play a key role connecting graduates across Australia and the world through purposeful engagement.
Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
Base salary range: $104,243 – $115,661 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) lead the University’s alumni, philanthropic and community engagement strategies. The team works collaboratively across the University to embed engagement and philanthropy into everyday operations, building enduring relationships that advance institutional goals and enrich the student and graduate experience.
About the opportunity
Design and deliver alumni engagement initiatives that connect graduates with Schools, students and special interest communities.
Identify and support volunteering, mentoring and advocacy opportunities by aligning alumni skills and interests with School priorities.
Partner with internal stakeholders across academic, student, marketing and advancement teams to raise the profile of alumni and strengthen participation in university life.
Contribute to the delivery of global alumni engagement initiatives, strengthening connections with the international alumni community and supporting the University’s global alumni program.
About you
A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience.
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and volunteers.
Demonstrated experience building lasting relationships and delivering high‑quality client or stakeholder engagement.
Well‑developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives, meet deadlines and report on outcomes.
Cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively across diverse communities, with a flexible approach to engaging with people in different regions and contexts.
Experience working with CRM systems and digital tools to support engagement, reporting and communications.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, ****** harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. Some travel intrastate, interstate, and internationally may be required. Some after-hours and weekend work may be required.
Position description: Senior Alumni Engagement Officer PD.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Daniel Ruiz Alzate at Daniel.ruizalzate@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday 17th June 2026.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
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.
