• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus or Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 6 $96,276 - $103,971 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role:

The Senior Officer, Student Orientation and Engagement leads the coordination and delivery of orientation and student experience programs across campuses, including on the ground support at Warrnambool campus. This role supervises student casuals and volunteers, supports event planning, and collaborates with stakeholders to continuously improve student engagement initiatives aligned with University goals.

As a Senior Officer, Student Orientation and Engagement you will:

• Lead and deliver the Student Experience Program as directed by the Manager, Student Engagement & Orientation, in accordance with the annual health promotion campaign.
• Provide event support and advice during the pre-planning of medium-risk Orientation events, as well as on-the-ground support during the implementation of these events.
• Proactively seek opportunities for improvement and continuous feedback to enhance processes and results.
• Build respectful, inclusive relationships across the University, understanding how different areas connect.
• Adapt behaviour based on self-awareness and feedback, maintaining resilience and a positive outlook in changing or stressful situations.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A degree with relevant experience, extensive specialist knowledge, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience in program, project, and event coordination, including scheduling, implementation, delivery, evaluation, and on-the-ground support within a large, complex organisation.
• Strong administrative experience in navigating complex structures, policies, and procedures in a large organisation.
• Experience working effectively in high-pressure, diverse environments involving face-to-face, phone, and written communications.
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality services and support within a large organisational setting.

Here's how to apply: 

This opportunity is for Deakin Staff only.

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Sarah Miocic, Manager, Student Engagement and Orientation via sarah.miocic@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

PD_Senior Officer Student Orientation and Engagement.pdf

Applications for this position close on Wednesday 8^th October 2025

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.