Project Coordinator

Socket.dev; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + 17% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Athena SWAN Bronze Award

EAP, fitness passport & health

Salary packing options

Job summary

UniSC is seeking a Project Coordinator to support a four-year Queensland Government-funded initiative delivering micro-credential courses that build business capability. You will coordinate multiple courses and cohorts, collaborate with academic staff, facilitators, government and industry partners, and oversee learning systems and evaluation activities to drive continuous improvement.

You bring strong organisation, digital skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a university

Qualifications

• A relevant degree and demonstrated experience in project coordination, program administration or a related field.
• Experience coordinating micro-credentials, short courses, educational programs or similar initiatives in a tertiary or comparable environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills with academic, industry, government and diverse participant groups.
• Well-developed digital and learning systems capabilities, including experience with learning management systems such as Canvas and enrolment processes.
• Excellent organisational, planning and prioritisation skills to manage competing demands and deadlines.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning, implementation and ongoing delivery of micro-credential courses with managed timelines and participant processes.
• Collaborate with academic staff, facilitators, government and industry stakeholders to support course delivery and outcomes.
• Oversee learning systems, course communications, resources and evaluation activities using data to identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Digital skills

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Canvas

Job description

• School of Business and Creative Industries | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), fixed term appointment until June 2029

The Opportunity

The School of Business and Creative Industries is seeking an organised and collaborative Project Coordinator to support the delivery of a four-year Queensland Government-funded project supporting the Queensland business community.

The project delivers a suite of non-credit bearing business short courses designed to build business capability and support long-term sustainability through the development, application and implementation of practical planning tools. Building on six years of successful course delivery and ongoing refinement, the project is entering its next phase of delivery and continued impact.

In this role, you will coordinate participant-facing operations across multiple courses and cohorts, working closely with academic and professional staff, facilitators, government and industry stakeholders to support high-quality, accessible and engaging learning experiences.

For more information, please visit us online: School of Business and Creative Industries

You will

• coordinate the planning, implementation and ongoing delivery of micro-credential courses, ensuring activities, timelines and participant processes are effectively managed;
• work collaboratively with academic staff, facilitators, government and industry stakeholders to support course delivery, participant engagement and project outcomes; and
• oversee learning systems, course communications, resources and evaluation activities, using participant and project data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

About you

You are an organised, proactive and collaborative project professional with experience coordinating educational programs, projects or initiatives in a university or similar environment. You bring strong organisational and digital skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple activities and maintain attention to detail. You are a confident communicator who can build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders and use initiative and sound judgement to resolve issues and improve processes. Experience with micro-credentials, short courses, learning management systems or government-funded programs will be highly regarded.

You will possess:

• A relevant degree and demonstrated experience in project coordination, program administration or a related field;
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and delivering micro-credentials, short courses, educational programs or similar initiatives in a tertiary or comparable environment;
• Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to work effectively with academic, industry, government and diverse participant groups;
• Well-developed digital and learning systems capabilities, including experience with learning management systems such as Canvas and participant or enrolment processes;
• Excellent organisational, planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands, coordinate multiple activities and deliver within deadlines; and
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret information, develop practical recommendations and contribute to continuous improvement in a complex environment.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

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].

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 4 October 2026.

Position description: 494865_Project Coordinator.pdf

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Wayne Graham Senior Lecturer in Management Telephone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

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

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• 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 the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.