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Coordinator, Enrichment Programs (Mentoring)

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Coordinator, Enrichment Programs (Mentoring)

Staff / Administration

14 May 2026

Location

St Lucia Campus

University of Queensland

Type

Staff

Required Qualifications

Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience
Coordinating programs & managing priorities
Stakeholder management & partnerships
Advanced administrative & digital skills
Event planning & delivery
Analytical reporting & improvement
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Coordinator, Enrichment Programs (Mentoring)

About This Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join UQ as a Coordinator within our Enrichments Programs Team, making a real difference to student success.

You’ll coordinate the University’s flagship peer mentoring programs - Get Set and My Student Guide, bringing together student mentors, meaningful engagement activities and strong partnerships that support transition, belonging and retention. This is a highly student‑facing role based at St Lucia, with real impact across the student experience.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Deliver end‑to‑end coordination of UQ’s peer mentoring programs, from promotion through to continuous improvement
  • Recruit, train and support student mentors, fostering engagement, capability and a strong sense of community
  • Build effective partnerships and events that enhance student participation, recognition and program impact

About You

  • Relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience supporting student engagement, volunteering or mentoring programs
  • Proven experience coordinating multiple programs or initiatives, managing competing priorities and delivering to timelines
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and build effective partnerships
  • Highly organised, with advanced administrative skills and confidence using digital systems for data, communications and reporting
  • Experience planning and delivering events or activities, ensuring smooth logistics and positive participant experiences
  • Strong analytical and reporting capability, using insights to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications and criminal history check.

This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

  • Resume
  • A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Apply here

Applications close Thursday 14 May 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-64089).

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications and experience are required for the Coordinator, Enrichment Programs (Mentoring) role?

You need a relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience in student engagement, volunteering, or mentoring programs. Proven skills in coordinating multiple initiatives, stakeholder management, event planning, and analytical reporting are essential. For tips on tailoring your academic CV, check our free resume template.

Highly organised individuals with digital systems proficiency excel here.

📋What are the key responsibilities in this <strong>peer mentoring</strong> coordinator position?

Deliver end-to-end coordination of UQ’s flagship programs like Get Set and My Student Guide, including promotion, recruitment, training, and improvement. Recruit and support student mentors, build partnerships, and run engagement events to boost student transition, belonging, and retention. Explore more on administration jobs in higher ed.

📄How do I apply for the University of Queensland Enrichment Programs Coordinator job?

Upload your resume and a cover letter summarising how your background matches the 'About You' criteria via the official link. Use our free resume template and free cover letter template for success. Applications close 14 May 2026.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available for this St Lucia Campus role?

No, employer sponsored work rights are not available. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the full appointment duration. Pre-employment checks include right-to-work verification.

What is the application deadline and location for this mentoring coordinator job?

Applications close Thursday 14 May 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. This is a highly student-facing role based at St Lucia Campus, University of Queensland. View similar higher ed admin jobs.

👥Does this role involve event planning or student engagement activities?

Yes, key duties include planning and delivering events and activities for smooth logistics and positive experiences. Focus on fostering student mentors, community, and partnerships to enhance retention and belonging. Learn more via higher ed career advice.
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