• Shape high‑impact alumni engagement programs within a central portfolio that advances UWA’s strategic alumni and philanthropic priorities.
• Lead influential alumni programs and teams, partnering with senior academics to build lifelong connection and advocacy.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $134,288 – $142,099 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) oversee the University’s alumni, philanthropic, and community strategies. The function works collaboratively across the University to embed philanthropic and engagement activity into the University’s operations.

The core responsibility of the team is to lead and build on the University’s alumni, donor, and community relationships to advance the University’s goals.

About the opportunity

• Provide strategic leadership to strengthen lifelong, mutually beneficial relationships between UWA and its alumni community.
• Lead and oversee key alumni engagement portfolios, including volunteering programs, School and regional engagement, and alumni involvement in the student experience.
• Design and deliver alumni initiatives aligned with UWA’s Alumni & Philanthropy Strategy and broader institutional priorities.

About you

You are a strategic, relationship driven leader with a passion for community and impact. You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering high impact alumni engagement programs aligned to institutional strategy, with measurable outcomes across diverse alumni cohorts
• Proven ability to lead institution‑wide collaboration to embed alumni engagement across the organisation.
• Experience driving targeted engagement outcomes for specific alumni cohorts, such as Recent Graduates, Young Alumni and Mid‑Career alumni.
• Strong people leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate and influence teams and volunteer groups.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with strong relationships with Deans, Heads of School and senior stakeholders.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. There may also be some travel intrastate, and interstate as required, as well as some after-hour work.

Position description:   Senior Manager, Alumni Engagement (522502) PD.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Keiran.Hargreaves at Keiran.Hargreaves@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 15th February 2026

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.