About The Team

Our Student Experience portfolio is comprised of dedicated teams including the Future Student Team, Outreach Team, Student Enquiry, Scholarships, Student Transition, Student Support and Career functions. Together, we inspire, inform, recruit, convert, support and transition enabling, undergraduate, and postgraduate students to achieve success at Murdoch University. We are committed to understanding the diverse journeys of our students and placing them at the heart of everything we do.

Your New Role!

As the Future Student Officer - Regional, based out of Bunbury / Busselton or Albany, you will play a key role in shaping Murdoch University's domestic recruitment and engagement efforts. You'll support the planning and delivery of diverse initiatives aimed at inspiring and attracting future students from regional areas.

In this role, you'll work closely with the Program Coordinator (Regional and Pathway Engagement) to build and strengthen relationships with regional secondary schools, Regional University Centres (RUCs), Suburban University Centres (SUCs) and participants in our Preparation Pathway Programs.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Part time (18.75 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $89K - $107K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 Jan 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase!
  
• Flexible work arrangements
  
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
  
• Indigenous Language Allowance
  
• Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter that includes a statement addressing the selection criteria noted below to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
  
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• A degree with relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  
• Proven experience in developing and delivering engagement activities aimed at secondary school students and their influencers.
  
• Strong ability to build, maintain and enhance relationships with school and university students, staff and other stakeholders
  
• Demonstrated experience in supporting events for diverse age groups and backgrounds.
  
• Proven ability to work as a member of a team, and independently
  
• Must hold a current c class driver's licence and have access to a vehicle for regional travel. Travel allowances will be provided.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Department of Education Criminal Record Screening check and have a valid working with children check or the ability to register for one in accordance with the University's Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Kerina Puttman, Director Student Experience, or Gemma Phanupen, Program Coordinator (Regional and Pathway Engagement) and quote JR103879 as the reference.

Applications Close on 23 August 2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.