Industry and Alumni Engagement Coordinator – Casual

University of the Sunshine Coast; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 135,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual position

Job summary

The University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) School of Science, Technology and Engineering invites applications for an Industry and Alumni Engagement Coordinator on a casual basis at Sippy Downs. You will support industry engagement, maintain relationships with partners, and coordinate opportunities to connect STEM expertise with industry needs.

You will work with the Portfolio Lead – International and Engagement, manage stakeholder communications, and help progress engagement activities.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in STEM or equivalent.
• Broad knowledge of STEM disciplines and ability to communicate technical capabilities to non‑academic audiences.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating relationships involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, including maintaining accurate records and reporting information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate industry engagement enquiries, partnership opportunities and follow‑up activities with external partners.
• Facilitate connections between industry partners and academic staff to support collaboration and Work Integrated Learning (WIL/WPL).
• Maintain accurate engagement records, track partnership activity and prepare updates and reports to support engagement priorities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Interpersonal skills

Time-management

Record keeping

Communication

Education

STEM qualification

Tools

Digital systems

Job description

• School of Science, Technology and Engineering (SSTE) | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level 7-10, $69.95–$98.17 per hour, plus 12% superannuation, depending on classification and experience
• Casual opportunity

The Opportunity

The School of Science, Technology and Engineering (SSTE) is seeking a motivated and organised Industry and Alumni Engagement Coordinator to support industry engagement activities and strengthen connections with industry, government and community partners.

Working closely with the Portfolio Lead – International and Engagement, the Industry Engagement team and academic staff, you will help coordinate partnership opportunities, maintain relationships and ensure engagement activities progress effectively. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful collaborations that connect UniSC’s STEM expertise with industry needs, support student learning and create opportunities for real-world impact.

You will play an important role in keeping engagement activities organised, maintaining clear communication between stakeholders and supporting the School’s international and engagement priorities.

You will

• Coordinate industry engagement enquiries, partnership opportunities and follow‑up activities, ensuring timely and professional communication with external partners.
• Facilitate connections between industry partners and academic staff, supporting collaboration and Work Integrated Learning (WIL/WPL) opportunities.
• Maintain accurate engagement records, track partnership activity and prepare updates, briefings and reports to support the School’s engagement priorities.

About you

You are a proactive and relationship‑focused professional who enjoys connecting people, coordinating activities and keeping projects moving forward. You communicate confidently with a diverse range of stakeholders, take a structured approach to managing competing priorities and are comfortable working independently while collaborating with colleagues across a multidisciplinary environment.

You will possess:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in STEM or equivalent professional experience in industry engagement, partnership development, stakeholder relations or a related field.
• Broad knowledge of STEM disciplines and the ability to communicate technical capabilities to non‑academic audiences.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating relationships, projects or activities involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, including experience maintaining accurate records and reporting information.
• Sound judgement, problem‑solving skills and proficiency with digital systems, with the ability to manage competing priorities and recognise when issues require escalation.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting Work Integrated Learning, industry placements or education‑focused partnerships will be highly regarded.

Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 11 November 2026.

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 [e-mail] or call [phone].

Associate Professor Joanne Macdonald
Portfolio Lead – International and Engagement - School of Science, Technology & Engineering
Email: [e-mail]