Student Engagement Coordinator

Student Engagement Coordinator

Location: 750 Collins Street, Docklands

Employment Type: Full-Time

Duration: 1 Year Fixed-Term

Remuneration: PS04 - $86,983.77 to $95,683.91 (+12% employer superannuation)

About Us
For 30 years, Monash College has provided over 90,000 students with a direct pathway to Monash University, one of the world’s top 50 universities, through Diplomas, Foundation Year, and English programs. As a fully owned subsidiary of Monash University, the College serves as the principal gateway to the University for students.

Our Benefits
We offer a wide range of excellent benefits. To explore everything available, please visit our  website

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  Flexible and hybrid working arrangements - to support work-life balance

  
  


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  Prime Docklands location, just 400 metres from Southern Cross Station with a tram stop at our doorstep - surrounded by a wide variety of cafés and eateries.

  
  


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  Modern, state-of-the-art facilities, including a wellness room, multi-faith space, premium coffee machines, end-of-trip amenities, personal lockers, and spacious work areas

  
  

The Opportunity

As a Student Engagement Coordinator, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment where you will design and deliver a wide range of high-impact activities and events that support students transitioning to living and studying in Australia. This includes coordinating student volunteers, hosting advisory sessions, referring students to relevant support services, as well as leading the delivery of large-scale events and multiple orientation programs - often running several major events within the same week.

Working closely within a small and collaborative team, you will play a key role in delivering support initiatives that enhance Monash College students’ successful transition into post‑secondary and pre‑university study.

To succeed in this role, you will bring a genuine passion for student engagement, strong attention to detail, and well‑developed problem‑solving skills. The position requires someone who is exceptionally organised, confident working independently, and able to communicate clearly and effectively with team members and stakeholders. You will also need to be comfortable navigating and integrating multiple systems, with a continuous improvement mindset that seeks out more efficient ways of working.

Key Responsibilities

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  Coordinating detailed event logistics such as catering, room bookings, communications, and

  
  


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  presentations - often managing multiple events simultaneously and ensuring alignment with College priorities

  
  


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  Delivering large‑scale orientation sessions and presenting key information to new student cohorts

  
  


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  Preparing and leading the development of the weekly student newsletter to keep students informed and engaged

  
  


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  Training and supporting Student Leaders to ensure they are confident and well‑prepared for upcoming events

  
  


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  Troubleshooting operational issues quickly and efficiently during fast‑moving event periods

  
  

About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:

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  Proven experience in event coordination or project management - ideally in a high‑volume, time‑sensitive environment

  
  


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  Exceptional organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to juggle competing deadlines and deliver multiple major events in close succession

  
  


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  A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with the ability to improve systems, processes, and workflows

  
  


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  Strong communication skills and the confidence to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team

  
  


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  Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and complex student matters with sensitivity, professionalism, and sound judgement

  
  

To Apply
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter, by clicking ‘Apply’ by 11:59PM, 30 August 2026

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible as we will be reviewing and shortlisting applications as they are received.

Important Information

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and supportive workplace . We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples,  individuals from all culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and people of all ages and faiths.  We value the unique contributions of every individual and are dedicated to building a workforce that embraces diversity and celebrates individuality.

Should you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected], 

In accordance with our commitment to the safety, well-being, and rights of children and young people, all employees must hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)(or VIT registration) at all times. As part of Monash College's commitment to providing a safe and respectful environment, we will require candidates who proceed to interviews to complete a Conduct and Integrity Declaration form.

Please note that only candidates with full working rights in Australia will be considered for this position.