Flagship Events Lead - Strategic Faculty Engagement

University of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Health & wellbeing programs

Discounted services

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Melbourne is seeking an Engagement and Events Coordinator to coordinate end-to-end delivery of flagship faculty events within the Faculty of Business and Economics. You will plan, promote, and evaluate events, working with senior leaders, academics and partners to create engaging experiences that strengthen community connections.

You will manage timelines, budgets and vendors, ensuring high-quality delivery for conferences and engagements, including the Melbourne Foundation for

Qualifications

• Hold an undergraduate qualification in a relevant field.
• Bring demonstrated experience coordinating complex or high-profile events within large organisations or similar environments.
• Proven experience delivering conferences involving 200+ delegates.
• Manage event budgets confidently, tracking expenditure and ensuring delivery within agreed financial parameters.
• Coordinate multiple suppliers and contractors, ensuring services meet required standards and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver faculty events, including lectures, conferences, symposiums and corporate engagements, end-to-end.
• Manage event timelines, budgets and logistics to ensure activities are delivered on time and within scope.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders, sponsors and suppliers to optimise engagement and outcomes.
• Monitor risks, implement mitigation strategies and ensure events comply with University policies and safety requirements.
• Evaluate events, capture feedback and insights, and recommend improvements for future faculty engagement activities.

Skills

Event coordination

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Education

Undergraduate qualification

Job description

The University of Melbourne is seeking an Engagement and Events Coordinator to coordinate end-to-end delivery of flagship faculty events within the Faculty of Business and Economics. You will plan, promote, and evaluate events, working with senior leaders, academics and partners to create engaging experiences that strengthen community connections.

You will manage timelines, budgets and vendors, ensuring high-quality delivery for conferences and engagements, including the Melbourne Foundation for