Engagement Coordinator

Description:

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW is a national and international leader in engineering research and education and is the University’s premier research Faculty. It is the largest Engineering Faculty in Australia, graduating the largest number of engineers and with the largest research expenditure. Through excellence in fundamental and applied research the Faculty aims to be placed in the top 20 internationally by 2025. For more information about the Faculty of Engineering please refer to the Faculty website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/about-us

Skills and Experience:

• A relevant tertiary qualification with demonstrated experience or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any combination of education, training, and experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering a variety of events and sound understanding of the steps involved in working with event owners, presenters, stakeholders, and audiences.
• High level of attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to excellence in program and project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience in distilling complex information into simple messages for communication to a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and sensitively with colleagues across a range of teams whilst coordinating multiple priorities.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to navigate through competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the proven ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.