Events Coordinator

University of the Sunshine Coast; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

17% Superannuation

EAP

Fitness passport

Discounted private health

Job summary

University of the Sunshine Coast is seeking an experienced events professional to coordinate a diverse range of student events across Caboolture, Moreton Bay and other UniSC locations. You will plan, deliver and evaluate activities that foster connection and success for students at multiple campuses.

The role focuses on overseeing and delivering events at Moreton Bay and Caboolture campuses, with regular site visits and collaboration with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Degree and experience in event coordination or equivalent.
• Excellent planning and time management to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient written, verbal and digital communication.
• Leadership ability to supervise staff, volunteers and ambassadors.
• Budgeting, problem-solving and digital literacy capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver a diverse range of student events, including orientation activities across the Caboolture and Moreton Bay campuses.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the successful planning and delivery of events.
• Manage event logistics, budgets, resources, risk assessments and post-event evaluations to ensure events are delivered effectively and within scope.

Skills

Event coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting

Digital literacy

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

University of the Sunshine Coast – Caboolture QLD

• Student Services| UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, UniSC Caboolture or UniSC Moreton Bay
• Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, fixed term appointment until January 2028

The Opportunity

You will design and deliver events, programs and activities at key points throughout the student journey. This includes in-person, online and hybrid experiences that build connection and belonging, and support transition and success across diverse student communities.

You’ll bring together people, resources and ideas to create successful events and activities, taking ownership of assigned initiatives from planning through to delivery.

The position is responsible for coordinating and planning assignedevents across all UniSC locations, with a particular focus on overseeing and delivering events at our Moreton Bay and Caboolture campuses. This will involve regular workdays across both campuses, as well as visits to other locations, including our Sunshine Coast campuses, throughout the year.

For more information on Student Services, please visit us online:Student Services

You will

• coordinate and deliver a diverse range of student events, including orientation activities across the Caboolture and Moreton Bay campuses;
• build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the successful planning and delivery of events; and
• manage event logistics, budgets, resources, risk assessments and post-event evaluations to ensure events are delivered effectively and within scope.

About you

You are an organised, proactive and collaborative events professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing people together to create positive experiences. You have a strong eye for detail, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while remaining adaptable and solutions-focused. You bring initiative, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to delivering engaging, inclusive and successful student events.

You will possess

• A relevant degree and experience in event coordination, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education and training.
• Exceptional planning, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and student communities.
• Well-developed written, verbal and digital communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to coordinate and supervise staff, volunteers and student ambassadors.
• Excellent budgeting, problem-solving and digital literacy skills.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at *************@usc.edu.au or call [phone].

Hannah Frawley
Team Leader, Student Communications and Events - Student Services
Email: ******@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

Discover UniSC

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of theScience in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE)initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.