Community and Alumni Manager
Tintern Grammar
Ringwood East, VIC
Posted on: 5 March 2026
Closing date: 27 March, 2026
Tintern Grammar is one of Melbourne’s oldest schools and will proudly celebrate our 150th anniversary in 2027 — a milestone that reflects a rich history of educational excellence and community connection.
With more than 1,100 students from Early Learning through to Year 12, Tintern educates girls and boys within our distinctive Parallel Learning model — a thoughtfully designed blend of single-gender and co-educational learning. This approach allows us to tailor the educational experience at each stage of development, supporting wellbeing, academic achievement, and personal growth.
At the heart of a Tintern education is a deep commitment to the care of every student, a culture that encourages each individual to pursue their personal and academic best, and a dedication to exceptional teaching.
We are equally committed to fostering a workplace that values collaboration, professional growth and opportunity for all staff, recognising that an engaged and supported team is essential to delivering the outstanding education our community expects.
About the Role
The Community and Alumni Manager will work closely with all segments of the community, current parents, prospective parents, Alumni, community groups, volunteers and other stakeholders to build long-term relationships and drive community engagement.
The Community and Alumni Manager will be responsible for the management and overall community engagement strategy, events and programs for the School to build a well-informed, connected community of parents, Alumni, friends, advocates and supporters.
The role is a full-time, continuing appointment, commencing ASAP.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly establish trust and rapport, fostering strong and enduring relationships across a diverse stakeholder community.
- The agility and judgement to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic school environment, contributing positively within a high-performing and collaborative team.
- Demonstrated experience crafting high-level communications tailored to a range of audiences, with clarity, professionalism and strategic intent.
- Confidence and credibility in presenting to large audiences, representing the School with authenticity at events and community gatherings.
- A strong background in alumni relations, community engagement and marketing, ideally within an education context, with a clear understanding of how to build connection, loyalty and long-term advocacy.
Applications must include a cover letter, a current CV and the names and contact details of three referees.
Please visit https://www.tintern.vic.edu.au/employment/ to apply.
Applications are assessed upon receipt and interviews may be conducted before the closing date, so you are encouraged to apply without delay.
Applications close 12.00pm Friday 27 March.
To discuss this role, please contact Lynelle Dudman, Director of Advancement on 9845 7777 or email: ldudman@tintern.vic.edu.au
Tintern Grammar is a child safe school and only people with the right to work in this country may apply for this position.
