OVERVIEW The Careers Education and Engagement Coordinator at The Australian National University (ANU) plays a pivotal role in strengthening the connection between curriculum, careers education and employer engagement. Positioned within the ANU Careers and Employability team, this continuing, full-time role focuses on delivering industry-informed initiatives that enhance student employability across the entire student lifecycle. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Coordinate and deliver careers education and employer engagement initiatives across the University – Work closely with academics, professional staff, employers, alumni and students to support high-quality, industry-informed career programs – Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new employers and industry partners – Support the design and delivery of curriculum-embedded and stand-alone careers services for students and recent graduates – Manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously to ensure effective delivery of strategic initiatives – Contribute to the evaluation and continuous improvement of careers education and employability programs – Promote Careers and Employability activities internally and externally – Contribute to university-wide projects and events related to careers and employability REQUIREMENTS – Demonstrated experience in project management – Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills – Ability to work effectively with academics, employers, professional staff and students – Capacity to manage a range of activities at the same time – Confidence in coordinating strategic projects and initiatives – Right to live and work in Australia WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This role directly supports ANU’s strategic commitment to student employability and future-ready graduates by integrating careers education and employer engagement into the student experience. By connecting students with industry-informed learning opportunities, the Coordinator helps bridge the gap between academic study and meaningful employment outcomes. The position also contributes to institutional change in how careers education is embedded across curricula and co-curricular activities. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Carefully align your two-page pitch with the key responsibilities described, using clear examples of relevant projects or initiatives you have coordinated. – Highlight experiences that demonstrate your ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, particularly academics, employers or industry partners. – Emphasise your project management skills, including how you have balanced multiple priorities or delivered complex programs. – Show awareness of careers education and employability within a higher education context, using evidence-based or strategic approaches where possible. – Ensure your CV includes up-to-date referee details and reflects experience relevant to careers education, engagement or program coordination. – Address the selection criteria directly, as applications that do not do so may not be considered.