Events Coordinator

• Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: Continuing, Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Remuneration: Level 5 ($92,265-$104,401), Level 6 ($108,021-$115,233) base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading 
• Location: Hybrid, UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being innovative, collaborative and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as the number one University in Australia, one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, solving challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters:
Working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, the Events Coordinator is the first point of contact for event coordination at UNSW Canberra and provides strategic advice, guidance and operational support across the faculty. This is a pivotal role supporting the growth and profile of UNSW Canberra, helping to position the University as a leading partner to government, Defence, industry, and the wider community through the delivery of high-quality and engaging events.  The role will contribute to the ongoing improvement and maintenance of events-related systems and processes to ensure their efficient and effective operation.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced events professional seeking to progress their career and join a dedicated, agile and high-performing team.  Working with a diverse range of stakeholders, you will coordinate and manage a broad mix of events from concept through to delivery, while helping to elevate the faculties’ engagement activities and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. You will bring strong project management, communication and organisational skills, along with the ability to work autonomously, collaborate effectively, influence outcomes and manage competing priorities. The role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by creating engaging experiences that support strategic objectives and enhance stakeholder relationships.

The Events Coordinator is part of the External Engagement Team and will report to the External Engagement Manager.

Accountabilities:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Coordinate and undertake a range of functions required to deliver end-to-end events.
• Implement the agreed plan for strategic faculty events at UNSW Canberra and lead all aspects of the event management for strategic faculty events.
• Use agreed methods to track the impact and ROI of events and to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with stakeholders and team members to produce high-quality events that meet agreed objectives and outcomes.
• Ability to use databases and systems, and to adapt good computer literacy to new event systems to run effective events/evaluation.

At a Level 6:

• Liaise with faculty stakeholders to determine the right mix of events and to scope, design and develop successful event concepts to meet agreed goals.
• Provide advice to stakeholders in your area on event communications, including the most appropriate channels to deliver effective and targeted invitations and messages to relevant audiences. This may include the creation and delivery of invitations using platforms such as Mail Chimp and Eventbrite.
• Identify and suggest opportunities for improvement for the quality and efficacy of events across the faculty.
• Demonstrated experience in event planning, management, promotion and delivery in a university setting or other relevant environment.
• Advanced experience delivering a variety of events and a sound understanding of the steps involved in working with event owners, presenters, stakeholders and audiences.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and develop, plan, and implement successful events.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW

Eligibility: 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Thursday 6^th August at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au

Get in Touch:

Anna Grigson, External Engagement Manager for role related questions

E:  anna.grigson@unsw.edu.au

Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate for recruitment related questions

E:  f.mchenry@unsw.edu.au    

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW  

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra 
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra 

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.