Engagement Officer - Sydney, Australia - University of New South Wales

University of New South Wales

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Sydney, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Job no: 520887

Work type:
full time

Location:
Sydney, NSW

Categories:
Information Technology, Marketing / Communications, Business Development / Industry Engagement, Strategy, Knowledge Exchange

Remuneration Level 6: $96,960 $103, % superannuation.
Employment Type: Fixed Term, Full Time for 6 months
Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working within NSW)

Position Summary:

UNSW Business School is a leader in business education and research in the Asian region and one of the largest Business Schools in Australia with more than 16,500 students, 500 academic and professional staff and more than 80,000 alumni and partners.

The Business School offers a full suite of business degree programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, coursework and research levels, including the AGSM MBA programs and a range of Executive Programs.

The Engagement Officer plays a key role in increasing student engagement in professional development and career-focused initiatives.

The role connects with UNSW communities to support and improve the student experience and partners with student groups across UG, PG and MBA cohorts.

The role reports to the Engagement Manager, supporting the Career Accelerator and Student Engagement Team and has no direct reports.

Accountabilities:

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)

In collaboration with the Career Accelerator and Student Engagement Team, plan, develop and execute a community engagement strategy that will increase visibility, awareness and participation in Career Accelerator activities by students, industry and alumni.
Partner with Business School and AGSM clubs and societies across UG, PG and MBA cohorts to increase engagement with professional development and careerfocused initiatives and support the clubs' planning and delivery of events.
Expand the community reach of the Career Accelerator & Student Engagement Team and foster engagement between clubs and societies and other groups within UNSW to reach new student audiences and underrepresented groups on campus.
Collect data and report on trends for community engagement through online and offline forums, identifying trends and challenges, and implementing strategies to improve student engagement.
Manage online communities to increase engagement in WIL and CDL programs and ensure compliance with UNSW standards.
Work in collaboration with the Communications Officer to ensure continuity and consistency across channels and initiatives, including the sourcing of content for use across multiple platforms.

Skills and Experience:

To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)

Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training, or experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage programs focused on specific and measurable outcomes that engage a range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal and written communication skills with a high level of attention to detail to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
Ability to plan, organise and coordinate projects and tasks.

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:

Career development opportunities
17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
How to Apply:

Please submit a CV and Cover Letter online before Thursday 16th November by 11:30pm.

Please ensure your Cover Letter addresses your experience in a similar role, covering the core Skills and Experience mentioned for this position (maximum length 2 pages).

A copy of the Position Description can be found here:
Position Description - Engagement

Get in Touch:

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Position Description

Advertised: 02 Nov 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 16 Nov 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time