• Full-time continuing appointment
• Total Remuneration range of $83,812 to $89,032 pa
• Campus location: UniSQ Brisbane

Located in Australia’s fastest-growing city, UniSQ Brisbane is a vibrant engagement hub for business, industry, and government collaboration.

We’ve created inspiring, modern teaching and learning spaces, including a Community Lounge for UniSQ Alumni use, a ground-level coffee shop, and extensive areas to meet and engage with the Brisbane community!

Who you are

Are you passionate about event management and hospitality? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can make a positive impact? UniSQ Brisbane is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Events and Operations Support Assistant to join our team!

What you'll do

In this role, you will play a crucial part in promoting a positive public image of the University by assisting in the delivery of various functions and events. In doing so, your key responsibilities will be:

• Assist the Operations Coordinator in managing attendance at University functions and events.
• Administer event equipment bookings and maintain equipment for University events.
• Support the delivery of in-person events and activities, including orientation and transition events.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the University to ensure seamless event execution, including catering and setup.
• Produce high-quality digital communications and events using systems like CRM, Events Air, and Raiser’s Edge.
• Liaise with external event organisers to ensure compliance with University requirements and negotiate competitive rates.
• Ensure timely and friendly service, food safety, and health standards for visitors.
• Manage internal and external catering orders and maintain a comprehensive database of stakeholders and service providers.
• Provide general professional and administrative support, including drafting and editing invitations, proposals, and contracts.

What will help you succeed

Together with your qualification in event management (or equivalent experience), your success in this position will be underpinned by:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in event management processes within a service industry.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with senior executives and communicate effectively with a wide range of clients.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact positively with colleagues.
• Capable of undertaking manual tasks, including setting up resources and equipment for events.
• A current unrestricted driver’s license.

For further information about this role, please contact Abbie Stokes, Operations Coordinator (UniSQ Brisbane) via +61 7 3470 4912 or [email protected].

Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence, the University’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 outlines our commitment to creating and sharing knowledge, transforming lives and solving the problems that matter to our world.

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups. With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances.

Find out more about UniSQ at www.usq.edu.au

To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia.

Reference Number: 0039_02/25

Location: UniSQ Brisbane

Term: Full-time continuing appointment (36 hours per week)

Salary: Total Remuneration range of $83,812 to $89,032 pa (includes salary range of $70,817 to $75,228 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17%, and annual leave loading)

Closes: Sunday, 23 March 2025 @ 11.30pm (AEST)

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision-making.

If you know that this role is right for you, please submit your current resume together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your skills and experience relative to ‘Who we’re looking for’ in the position description.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey available on our website.