Make a real impact in your community - connect people to education and help transform lives

Box Hill Institute | Part-time, Fixed-term position

Play a key role in connecting communities to education opportunities. As a Community Engagement Officer, you will build strong relationships across the community sector to support disadvantaged adult learners and create meaningful pathways into education, training and employment.

This is a part-time (3 days per week), fixed term role until 6th November 2026. Salary is $85,674 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.

Why work with us?

At Box Hill Institute, we offer more than just a job - we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where your wellbeing, growth and achievements are celebrated. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally:

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• On-site parking for added convenience
• Career progression opportunities and reward & recognition programs to celebrate your success
• Generous leave options such as Defence Reserve Service, Emergency Response, up to 20 days paid Family Violence leave and up to 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Health and wellbeing supports and resources, including FREE flu-vaccinations, FREE skin checks, FREE health checks and corporate health insurance discounts
• Financial perks like novated leasing and salary packaging
• Exclusive staff discounts on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family as well as discounted access to our on-campus retail services such as floristry, day spa and beauty salons, hairdressing salon, barbershop, restaurant, vet & dog grooming - all delivered by students in training, under the supervision of their teachers.

About the role

Reporting to the ACFE Program Coordinator, this role is responsible for strengthening connections between Box Hill Institute and the broader community to increase participation in Adult, Community and Further Education (ACFE) programs. You will work closely with community organisations, stakeholders and internal teams to identify local needs, promote accessible learning opportunities, and support positive student outcomes for adult learners from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds.

What you'll do:

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organisations, service providers and industry stakeholders
• Promote ACFE programs to increase awareness, participation and engagement
• Identify and respond to community needs, including emerging skills gaps and local labour market trends
• Support student recruitment pathways through outreach, referrals and engagement activities
• Coordinate and lead stakeholder meetings, consultations and collaborative initiatives
• Work with internal teams (marketing, teaching, admissions) to deliver effective engagement strategies
• Represent Box Hill Institute at community events, open days and industry forums
• Provide information, guidance and referrals to prospective students and community groups

About You:

You are a relationship-driven and proactive professional with a passion for community engagement and improving access to education. You thrive on building partnerships, understanding community needs and creating opportunities for positive outcomes.

To be successful, you will have:

• A relevant AQF Level 6 qualification or higher in community services, community development, education, marketing, business or similar (or equivalent experience)
• Demonstrated experience in community engagement, stakeholder management or the education sector
• Strong understanding of working with disadvantaged or vulnerable learners in an adult/community setting
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective partnerships and networks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Experience analysing community needs, trends or stakeholder insights
• High level cultural awareness, empathy and commitment to inclusive practice
• Alignment with a child-safe, inclusive and values-based workplace
• Have, or be willing to obtain, Victorian Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance.

About us:

For over 100 years, we've been changing lives for the better, continuing to make this world a better place for all. By providing people with opportunities to expand their knowledge, experience and understanding of the world, we empower them to change their lives.

Our students can pursue everything - non-accredited short courses through the Centre for Adult Education (CAE); senior secondary qualifications including the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM); vocational certificates (including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships) and diplomas; and higher education degrees and a graduate certificate.

We are committed to a highly motivated and aligned workforce, so we'll be by your side to enable you, help you grow and offer you benefits which enhance your work-life balance.

Apply now

All applications must be submitted online and include a cover letter and current resumé.

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Luke Carton at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note: We will be assessing applications as they come in and the position may be filled before the closing date

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.

Commitment to child safety

Box Hill Institute is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance towards the harm or abuse of children and young people.

We believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. All employees, volunteers, contractors and service providers are required to promote a culture of child safety, comply with the Child Safe Standards and other relevant legislation and reporting obligations of suspected child abuse as per the Institute's Child Safety Policy and Procedures.

All employees are required to hold and maintain a current, valid Working with Children Check for the duration of their employment at their own expense.

Candidates for employment at Box Hill Institute will be subject to pre-employment probity checks, and must satisfy Box Hill Institute's pre-conditions for employment.

Box Hill Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.