Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It’s an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear.
Cochlear ANZ: The Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) operations began in the 1980s and now supports over 15,000 recipients and approximately 100 clinics with offices in Sydney (Australian Hearing Hub), Perth and Auckland (NZ).
With world-class pathways and funding for children with hearing loss, the ANZ Team is focussed on improving access for implantable hearing solutions for adults with an estimated 150,000 adults currently living with a severe to profound hearing loss.
About the Role
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in people’s lives? Do you thrive on building relationships, creating engaging programs, and mobilizing communities? Join us as a Recipient Engagement Program Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in empowering individuals to move forward with a Cochlear hearing solution.
As a Recipient Engagement Program Manager, you will lead the recruitment, training, and engagement of recipient program members, ensuring their confidence in advocating for Cochlear hearing solutions. You'll collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and cross-functional teams to develop impactful resources and initiatives that increase engagement while leveraging data-driven insights to optimize program effectiveness.
This dynamic position requires strong interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a solid understanding of sales, marketing, and business processes. You will work closely with volunteers, organize events, and drive initiatives that enhance candidate experience and overall program success.
Key Responsibilities
Engage and support recipient program members through communication, training, and scheduled activities.
Organize orientation sessions to prepare volunteers for their roles.
Coordinate volunteer schedules for mentoring, marketing initiatives, and events.
Develop strategies to recruit, train, and retain recipient program members.
Plan and execute recipient engagement initiatives in alignment with sales and marketing strategies.
Collaborate with Marketing to create assets that support recipient engagement and program lifecycle.
Work closely with Sales and Engagement Teams to maximize program impact and mobilization.
Communicate the value proposition of recipient engagement initiatives to internal stakeholders.
Track program metrics, analyze data, and continuously refine strategies for improvement.
Ensure compliance with legal, corporate, and regulatory guidelines.
Prepare reports and presentations on recipient engagement program performance.
About You. As we grow our operations, we are looking for people who share our passion for delivering quality hearing solutions to our customers. To add value to Cochlear in this role, you'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
Minimum Requirements:
Experience working with or managing volunteers and engagement programs.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adjust messaging to fit diverse audiences and demographics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, CRM platforms, web-based applications, and social media.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams and organizational levels.
Desired Skills:
Experience in project management and program development.
Background in designing and delivering training programs for external stakeholders.
Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM systems.
Experience in brand advocacy and engagement strategy.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional looking to make a direct impact in recipient engagement and Cochlear hearing solutions. If you're ready to lead meaningful initiatives, build strong relationships, and enhance program effectiveness, we’d love to hear from you!
Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry’s best clinical, research and support networks. That’s why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life’s opportunities.
If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.
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How we recognise your contribution
We want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.
For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com
At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.
