About the position

• Continuing, Full-time position
• Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• HEO6 Classification Level
• Base salary from $93,874 + 17% superannuation

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Alumni Engagement, the position assists with organizing events, coordinating communications, engaging volunteers, and fostering alumni participation in strategic initiatives such as mentoring and student recruitment. The position also collaborates with internal stakeholders, manages administrative tasks for alumni events, and maintains records to support data reporting and program evaluation.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess demonstrated experience in event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and communications, preferably within higher education or not-for-profit sectors. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills are essential for building relationships with alumni and colleagues, working effectively with volunteers, and supporting the planning and delivery of alumni programs. Proficiency with CRM systems and event management tools, along with a proactive and detail-oriented approach, will enable effective management of multiple tasks and adaptation to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

 PD - Coordinator, Alumni Engagement.docx

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm on Thursday, 15 January 2026

Recruitment Enquiries:  recruitment@latrobe.edu.au 

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter; and
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document with responses to ALL the Essential Criteria (located in the Position Description)

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

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