Program & Events Officer

UNSW

Sydney

Hybrid

AUD 113,000 - 123,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Options

Additional leave during festive period

Up to 50% discount on courses

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading Australian university in Sydney seeks a Program & Events Officer to manage various educational outreach events and initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in event management, excellent communication skills, and a relevant degree. This full-time role offers a hybrid working environment and a salary range of $113k - $123k plus benefits, including flexible working options and additional leave during the festive period.

Qualifications

Experience in managing both online and in-person events.
Ability to prioritize effectively under pressure.
Strong communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver online and face-to-face events.
Communicate event logistics to stakeholders.
Prepare project templates and documentation.

Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Event Management

Communication Skills

Project Management

Computer Literacy

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Qualtrics

Job description

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Employment Type: Full-Time (35-hour week)
Duration: 12 months fixed term contract
Remuneration: Level 7 from $113k - $123k + 17% superannuation and leave loading
Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

This Job is based in Australia

Employment Type: Full-Time (35-hour week)
Duration: 12 months fixed term contract
Remuneration: Level 7 from $113k - $123k + 17% superannuation and leave loading
Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

Why your role matters

The UNSW Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement (DSIEE) leads UNSW’s efforts to make a positive and lasting impact on society, promoting equity and social justice, and driving engagement activities which enhance UNSW’s reputation as a key contributor to society through its research, teaching, and community engagement.

We are seeking a dynamic Program and Events Officer to take the lead on a range of key online and on-campus events as part of Student Equity’s annual initiatives. This role focuses on delivering pre-tertiary educational outreach programs for students in Years 9-12, as well as training and development opportunities for current UNSW staff and students.

Collaborating closely with the Engagement Officers, Learning Experiences, and Students as Partners teams, the Program and Events Officer ensures the successful planning and delivery of on-campus events, incursions, residential programs, and new initiatives. Reporting to the Engagement Manager, this role does not have direct reports but may oversee casual staff when required.

Specific Accountabilities For This Role Include

Lead and deliver a multifaceted event suite both online and face-to-face to ensure the strategic outcomes are met.
Work collaboratively with the key work areas of Students as Partners and Engagement and divisions, such as Future Student Recruitment to ensure the delivery of innovative and high-quality events.
Effectively communicate event objectives, key messages and logistics to the broader work area and senior leaders to ensure compliance with UNSW policy.
Prepare project templates and event documentation including, but not limited to, initial venue and design scoping, budget development, post-event analysis, critical incident reporting, risk assessments and run-sheets.

About You

A relevant degree and skills gained through any combination of education, training and experience in events (both online and in person) and program administration.
Highly developed time management and organisation skills with the ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and the proven ability to articulate information clearly and succinctly.
Demonstrated capacity to communicate with influence, build and maintain positive working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders including University staff and students, vendors and external partners.
High level event management skills including experience in event design, authoring risk assessments and associated project documentation.
Advanced level of computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications, Zoom webinar, event platforms and databases (Qualtrics and CRM databases).
Proven organisational skills and the ability to operate autonomously while demonstrating strong initiative and a proactive approach to driving process improvement.
Full and unencumbered driver’s licence and ability and willingness to work outside of normal working hours and work at locations across Sydney.
An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

For further information on the role & responsibilities, please refer to the position description

How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) before 11.55pm Sunday 17th August 2025. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:

Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
Additional 3 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
Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

Job queries contact: Chloe Gane, Talent Acquisition Consultant E: chloe.gane@unsw.edu.au (applications to the address cannot be accepted, please apply online)

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.

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