Student Events and Engagement Coordinator

EDU Holdings Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EDU Holdings Limited is seeking a Student Events and Engagement Coordinator for our Sydney Campus. You will drive on-campus and online initiatives, coordinating Orientation, Graduation, and daily student communications to foster an inclusive, vibrant student community.

You will work with Student Ambassadors and campus teams, delivering events across campuses and developing engaging content for the Student Engagement Plan (2026–2028) using channels like social media and newsletters.

Qualifications

• Qualification in relevant field, undergraduate or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years' experience in events, community management or student administration.
• Demonstrated experience in the successful delivery of events and projects
• Working knowledge and understanding of social media platforms (YouTube, Instagram, Discord) and other communication channels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office365
• Positive attitude and ability to think creatively and bring innovation to EDU and its subsidiaries
• Cross cultural awareness
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and in a team

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivery of events and engagement activities and projects across all campuses.
• Assist in planning and delivery of annual Graduation ceremonies.
• Support on-campus Student Experience teams with the planning and delivery of Orientation.
• Monitor and report on event participation.
• In partnership with Marketing, assist in the development of promotional material including website updates, newsletters, socials and printed collateral.
• Develop engaging, timely and relevant content to support the 2026-2028 Student Engagement Plan, leveraging new and existing communication channels such as student hub, publications and social media.
• Collaborate with student ambassadors to promote an authentic student voice and facilitate the communication of their ideas and the needs of the wider student population.
• Monitor and report on engagement success through surveys, participation tracking student feedback.
• Provide feedback regarding potential improvements in systems, processes, and services.

Skills

Event planning

Community management

Social media

Content creation

Cross-cultural awareness

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or undergraduate or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office365

YouTube

Instagram

Discord

Job description

About EDU

EDU is an ASX-listed provider of tertiary education, specialising in Health and Community Services. We foster meaningful careers through high-quality education across our campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide:

Australian Learning Group (ALG): VET provider for international students. Learn more about ALG.

Ikon Institute of Australia (Ikon): HE provider for domestic and international students. Learn more about Ikon.

About The Role

As the Student Events and Engagement Coordinator at our Sydney Campus, you’ll drive vibrant online and on-campus initiatives that unite our diverse student body. Working alongside Student Ambassadors and campus teams, you’ll coordinate major events like Orientation and Graduation, manage student communication channels, and create inclusive content celebrating Indigenous, LGBTQIA+, accessible, and culturally diverse communities.

Key Responsibilities

Events

• Assist in planning and delivery of events and engagement activities and projects across all campuses.
• Assist in planning and delivery of annual Graduation ceremonies.
• Support on-campus Student Experience teams with the planning and delivery of Orientation.
• Monitor and report on event participation.
• In partnership with Marketing, assist in the development of promotional material including website updates, newsletters, socials and printed collateral.

Engagement

• Develop engaging, timely and relevant content to support the 2026-2028 Student Engagement Plan, leveraging new and existing communication channels such as student hub, publications and social media.
• Collaborate with student ambassadors to promote an authentic student voice and facilitate the communication of their ideas and the needs of the wider student population.
• Monitor and report on engagement success through surveys, participation tracking student feedback.
• Provide feedback regarding potential improvements in systems, processes, and services.

Qualifications

• Qualification in relevant field, undergraduate or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years' experience in events, community management or student administration.
• Demonstrated experience in the successful delivery of events and projects
• Working knowledge and understanding of social media platforms (YouTube, Instagram, Discord) and other communication channels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office365
• Positive attitude and ability to think creatively and bring innovation to EDU and its subsidiaries
• Cross cultural awareness
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and in a team

Why Join us?

A supportive team

When you work with us, you’re not just a team member—your part of a supportive community that lifts each other up, values every contribution, and thrives on mutual respect.

Career progression

Here, you’ll find an environment where your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and you’re empowered to do your best work—because when we succeed, we do it together

A positive and fun work environment

Work should be more than just a job—it should be an experience you enjoy!

Daily breakfast supplied

We believe that a positive and fun work environment starts with the little things, and what’s better than breakfast?

Training and Development opportunities

Professional development allowance available to invest in your future & help you stay at the forefront of your field

Diversity & Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and are committed to reflecting Australian society to better serve our students. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, sexually and gender diverse people, and individuals of all ages.

Only applicants with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified.