Background: 

The Universities outreach activities are directly linked to the student numbers, therefore this department plays a vital role in student recruitment. The Outreach Specialist [OS] will assist in building and maintaining relationships with the schools, community, Industry and regional engagements. Encouraging students from different backgrounds to take up higher education and TVET Programmes and consider applying to FNU. The incumbent will work with students and run events that focus on the benefits of Higher Education and TVET programs, attending a top institution such as FNU and choosing the right programmes for their intended career path. These can take various forms, from Schools, Industry to Community projects such as Career’s Fairs, Roadshow, Community Outreach, Conferences to specialised presentations and day visits. The position holder is expected to manage Outreach projects with minimal supervision. 

Person Specification: 

Essential

• A bachelor’s degree in relevant field with at least 2 years of work experience in marketing/ outreach/ customer service/project management/community engagement/events roles. 
• Understanding of the educational portfolio within the country.
• Added advantage will be having Higher Education Institutional experience.

Salary: FJD 30,720 gross per annum plus 10% superannuation

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Application Details

All applications are to include:
 
• A letter of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person Specification more specifically the Essential and Desirable criteria. This application letter will form the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide the application letter will result in your application not being considered. 

• A detailed CV with three referees full contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses). Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line manager, former postgraduate supervisor). 

• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements of the advertised position.

All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online job applications system which can be accessed at this address: https://careers.fnu.ac.fj .

Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be accepted.

Should you have any queries on the advertised opportunity or face difficulty in submitting the application online, please email the following:

1. HR Partner (email ID stated in the advertisement): For any queries regarding the advertised position.
2. hrat@fnu.ac.fj : For any assistance with the online application or technical issues.
3. vacancy2@fnu.ac.fj : For other queries regarding the advertised position, expression of interest or FNU careers.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by Fiji National University, then your application has not been successful.

FNU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.