
Alumni Relationship Officer
Macquarie University
Posted 20 days ago
$99,161 - $109,457 (HEW Level 6) plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave
Supportive, collaborative team with a hybrid working environment
Based at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
About the Role
Macquarie University is hiring for an Alumni Success/Relationship Officer to build and deepen connections within our alumni community, develop alumni engagement initiatives, and drive alumni giving.
Philanthropy and Alumni Relations within the Office of the Vice-Chancellor is responsible for all philanthropic activity across the University and creates, develops and manages relationships with alumni, friends and donors, and other supporters who help advance the University's mission.
Key Responsibilities
Engage with alumni through 1:1 meetings, events and online meetings to support the development of lifelong alumni relationships with the Universit
Proactively build alumni engagement to understand who, where, and what our alumni are doing and execute suitable activities for different types of alumni engagement
Support faculty engagement and collaboration with the alumni community to ensure activities align with overall strategic priorities and revenue generation
Receive and resolve or escalate alumni queries via email and phone
Support the execution of the annual giving program to build and deepen alumni giving across all cohorts
Support alumni networks, prominent alumni and reconnection initiatives (or any other alumni specific program)
Coordinate alumni events as required and provide support for large alumni events
Undertake data analysis, validation and improvement, as well as execution of email campaigns, social media and alumni calling
Comply with relevant EEO and WHS regulation and perform any other duties as required and appropriate for this classification
About You
Tertiary qualifications in a related field and/or equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience
Cross-cultural awareness, strong communication skills and understanding
Experience in planning, coordinating, and supporting engagement initiatives and events
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal) with demonstrated ability to develop engaging, beneficial and long-term connection with a wide range of audiences and individuals of all ages.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
A positive can-do attitude and willingness to learn
Experience in contributing to improving systems, processes and/or procedures
Computer skills including Microsoft Office suite (including Excel) and the internet
Knowledge of, and experience with fundraising
About Us
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.
Why work at Macquarie
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.
Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Not only are we close, take a look at our benefits on offer:
17% Superannuation
Subsidised onsite parking options
Flexible working options
Training and professional development
Onsite childcare facilities
Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
Onsite vacation care
Employee Assistance Program
Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics
Please note that this position will require a criminal record check. Work hours may vary from time to time to accommodate business needs.
We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the advertised closing date.
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
11/09/2025 11:59 PM
A Place Where You Belong
At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.
About Macquarie University
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Rather, we are focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspective and affect change.
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