CQ
Project Officer - Academic Pathways
full-time•Rockhampton, Gladstone, Townsville•A$93k - A$100k
About this role
About this Opportunity
- Fixed-Term (until 31.12.2027), Full-Time
- Office of Education, Strategy and Quality
- CQUniversity Rockhampton, Gladstone or Townsville
- Higher Education Worker Level 6
- Total Remuneration $110,541 to $119,053 pa (including salary of $93,409 to $100,602 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.
Working at CQUniversity
We are seeking a proactive Project Officer to support the enhancement and streamlining of the University’s credit database. Working closely with academics, teachers, the Academic Partnerships Adviser, partner institutions and students, you will use the Academic Information Management System (AIMS), the credit precedent database and associated systems to deliver accurate, student‑focused outcomes.
In this role, you will analyse learning outcomes from external institutions against CQUniversity course and unit profiles to ensure appropriate credit matching and contribute to the ongoing growth and integrity of the credit database. You will manage and maintain the University’s Precedent Database, including regular auditing to ensure currency and streamlining processes where possible.
You will support the monitoring and maintenance of partnership and articulation agreement records, undertake accurate data entry, statistical reporting and contribute to general administrative and promotional activities. Building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, you will work cooperatively with colleagues to deliver consistent, professional outcomes, with a strong focus on continuous improvement. Join us and contribute to the success of our educational quality and integrity initiatives!
Be Rewarded
- 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund).
- 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure).
- 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave.
- 7.25 hours engaged service leave.
- Fantastic professional and career development opportunities.
- Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport.
Position Requirements
- A degree with relevant experience; or extensive specialist expertise with broad knowledge in technical/administrative fields; or equivalent education/training.
- Ability to quickly acquire and apply knowledge of University policies, procedures, priorities, strategies and functions, with proven capacity to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Highly developed skills in liaising, consulting, advising and negotiating with key stakeholders, including experience with managing review processes.
- Proven ability to work independently using sound judgment and initiative.
- Understanding of the Australian Qualifications Framework and/or the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (desirable).
Position Description
For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.
Apply today for a career that changes lives
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Job Requisition ID: 6922
Contact Details:
Emily Keilar
(07) 4037 4722
When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.
CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.
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What you'll do
- The Project Officer will enhance and streamline the University’s credit database, ensuring accurate credit matching for student outcomes. This includes managing the Precedent Database and maintaining partnership records while supporting administrative and promotional activities.
About Central Queensland University
CQUniversity is Australia’s largest regional university and is one of the nation’s most engaged and accessible universities, offering hundreds of education and training options from short courses, certificates and diplomas to undergraduate, postgraduate and research higher degrees.
Established in Central Queensland, CQUniversity operates in more than 20 locations throughout many of Australia’s major cities and regional centres. We see CQUniversity students benefiting from the practical and industry-aligned courses, positive graduate outcomes and quality support services. CQUniversity’s personalised learning support, collaborative partnerships and award-winning teaching staff provide pathways for people from all walks of life, with a range of different learning options for students to succeed.
Local and International students study or train on-campus at locations including Brisbane, Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney and Townsville. A leading provider of distance education, CQUniversity also operates dedicated Study Centres and Partner Study Hubs for distance students to access facilities and support.
CQUniversity graduates have one of the highest employment rates and starting salaries in the country (The Good Universities Guide 2022), so you know you are not just receiving a quality education, but the next step in your career.
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As a Project Officer - Academic Pathways at Central Queensland University, you will: the Project Officer will enhance and streamline the University’s credit database, ensuring accurate credit matching for student outcomes. This includes managing the Precedent Database and maintaining partnership records while supporting administrative and promotional activities..
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