Future Students Officer

Marketing and Communications provide university-wide strategic marketing and communications advice and develop, manage and implement marketing and communications activities (including advertising) across all Griffith audiences including prospective and current students, staff, alumni, donors and corporate partners.

Join the dynamic Marketing and Communications team! This role will see you visiting, presenting to and engaging with external students and stakeholders at educational institutions. If you love being out and about, have a passion for business development or simply promoting tertiary education then this may suit you.

As Future Students Officer you will represent the University at a variety of careers events at educational institutions, workplaces and public expos mainly in QLD and NSW, to address potential students, promote the University and provide information on programs, admissions policies and procedures.

Fundamental to this role is the development and maintenance of strategic relationships with key influential stakeholders comprising of Student Advisers, Guidance Officers, VET Pathway Officers, TAFE and industry contacts who are the key conduit to reaching prospective students. You will communicate key event and admissions updates on behalf of Griffith University.

About you

You’re someone who brings a passion to the Future Students team, professionalism, and a drive to promote and build relationships.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the tertiary education sector.
• A passion for developing stakeholder relationships, problem solving and promoting your brand/business.
• A degree in marketing, public relations or communications and subsequent relevant work experience in sales or account management or an equivalent combination of education and/or training.

What we can offer

• This is a full-time, continuing position based at the Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.
• Base salary will be HEW 6 range $91,843 - $97,964per annum + 17% superannuation. Salary package including 17% employer superannuation $107,456 - $114,618.

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Applicants must have Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position, and successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

How to apply

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering statement (no more than 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section and Position Description) and a full curriculum vitae, including name and contact details.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Jodie Brooks, Future Students Manager, via [email protected]

For application advice, please reach out to Kate Watson, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected] and quote REF9520T.

Closing date: Sunday 15th February 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.