Events and Initiatives Coordinator

•  ​Full-time​, ​Continuing position​  

• Salary HEW Level 7 ($103,603 - $112,114) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements 

• Based at the ​Melbourne CBD​ campus, ​and hybrid ways of working​ 

About You 
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Events and Initiatives Coordinator who is passionate about engaging prospective students and shaping memorable recruitment experiences. As part of the Student Recruitment (Australia) team, you will lead priority recruitment events and initiatives to drive applications and enrolments across vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programs.  

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Student Recruitment Events and Initiatives, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of recruitment-focused programs, providing both strategic input and hands-on delivery to ensure initiatives are effective, sustainable and aligned with University priorities.  

Working closely with teams within the Engagement portfolio, Colleges and external partners, you will help to design and deliver high-impact recruitment activities informed by audience insights and market conditions. You will play a key role in refining existing initiatives, identifying opportunities for improvement, and contributing operational expertise in the development of future recruitment programs.  

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:  

• Knowledge of, and experience in student recruitment and/or student engagement in the higher education and/or vocational education sector in Australia. (desirable) 

• Demonstrated experience leading all aspects of event management, from planning and stakeholder engagement through to delivery, evaluation and reporting.  

• Proven ability to develop and implement strategies aligned to organisational priorities, using data, insights and professional judgement to inform decision-making.  

• Demonstrated capacity to work with a high level of autonomy, exercising initiative, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills in a complex, deadline-driven environment.  

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, with demonstrated experience building and managing effective relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders with competing priorities.  

• Proven experience managing project budgets, timelines and resources, ensuring accountability and value for money.  

• Demonstrated ability to work in agile, cross-functional environments, effectively coordinating programs of work across multiple teams and disciplines.  

• High level of digital capability and systems literacy, with the ability to leverage platforms such as CRM systems, project management tools (e.g. Monday.com), eDM platforms and databases to improve efficiency and outcomes. 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the Engagement ​Portfolio​ 

The Engagement Portfolio incorporates RMIT's key engagement functions comprising Experience (global marketing, global student recruitment and alumni), Communications and Partnerships (philanthropy, culture, CRM and data services). The Experience function within the Engagement Portfolio is responsible for Global Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions, Market Intelligence and Propositions, Alumni and Digital. The function strives to provide the best possible experience for prospective students. They are the custodians of our brand, they engage our audiences from prospect through to student, alumni and beyond, and they drive our externally facing digital channels, while ensuring that our proposition meets the needs of our audiences and achieves the University objectives.