Coordinator Alumni and Higher Education
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- International Development
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- 1 day ago Post Date
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- 75500000765 Requisition #
Coordinator Alumni and Higher Education
Join a purpose-driven team connecting Australia and Vietnam through alumni, scholarships and higher education. This dynamic role suits an organised, people-focused coordinator who thrives on variety, builds relationships, and helps deliver meaningful impact through innovative, inclusive work.
Location: Hanoi, Vietnam | Full-time |Fixed term contract
Must have valid work rights in Vietnam
- Location: Hanoi, Vietnam
- Fulltime, fixed term contract until 31 October 2028
Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.
Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with Government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website
The program
Aus4Skills Phase 3 is a ten-year DFAT-funded program partnering with the Government of Vietnam to strengthen bilateral ties by supporting Vietnam’s human resource development priorities. Focused on higher education, the Vietnam Australia Centre, and vocational education and training (VET), the program builds workforce-ready, inclusive, climate-adaptive skills, public sector leadership, and alumni networks. It targets gender equality, disability and social inclusion, and support for disadvantaged Australia Awards students. Outcomes include stronger Australia–Vietnam strategic partnerships, enhanced public sector leadership and women’s advancement, and industry-aligned VET that meets labour market needs while promoting social equity and sustainable growth.
The role
The Coordinator Alumni and Higher Education is primarily responsible for actively supporting the Higher Education and Engagement team in the implementation of effective alumni engagement and higher education (HE) support activities for Aus4Skills. Activities include administration of Australian Alumni Grant Fund (AAGF), coordinating alumni and HE activities as well as providing cross-functional support to the Scholarships team as required. The role will also provide surge support across other Aus4Skills components when needed.
The position operates under the direction of the Manager Higher Education & Engagement and works in close collaboration with the Senior Coordinator Alumni Engagement and other team members.
Key responsibilities
- Support planning and delivery of alumni engagement activities, events and annual workplans in line with program objectives and policy requirements.
- Assist with administration of the Australian Alumni Grants Fund, including grant rounds, eligibility screening, agreements, payments, acquittals and financial records.
- Coordinate higher education engagement activities, including research exchanges, short courses, fellowships, academic events and institutional linkages.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for stakeholder meetings, reporting requirements and budget tracking.
- Manage alumni communications and outreach, respond to enquiries, and contribute to alumni stories, promotional activities and data collection.
- Support scholarship-related activities as needed, financial administration, and continuous improvement, including inclusive practice across alumni activities.
About You
- Relevant tertiary qualification in a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience in project coordination, grant management, alumni engagement, capacity development, or a related area, preferably with a minimum of 3 years professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience planning and delivering a range of events and activities, with creativity and innovation.
- Strong digital and administrative skills, including MS Office, databases, and ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both Vietnamese and English, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively, manage competing priorities, problem-solve independently, and support inclusive practices including GEDSI.
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How to Apply
If this opportunity has sparked your interest and you have the skills and expertise required, please click the "Apply for job" button.
Please submit:
- Resume
- Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.
Apply before 16 June 2026 11:59pm AEST
Why Tetra Tech International Development?
As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.
Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day.
Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.
Should you require additional support with your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com or phone (08) 8375 4400.
Tetra Tech has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (‘SEAH’), child abuse and exploitation, modern slavery and safeguarding related retaliation, and this zero-tolerance extends to inaction. Tetra Tech is committed to being a child safe organisation, and to promoting a culture that supports gender equality, and addresses the gendered drivers of violence against women and children. It is committed to fostering a culture where we prevent and respond decisively and appropriately to harm against people, and that all people are treated with dignity and respect, irrespective of country, project, or office where we work. This will require compliance with Tetra Tech’s Safeguarding and other Codes of Conduct and our associated safeguarding policies (Child Protection and Child Safety, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) policy and procedure, and Modern Slavery. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake satisfactory referee and criminal record checks prior to being appointed to any position.
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Position Type
Project opportunity
Region
Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients
Sector
Education (International Development)