• Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology (EAIT)
• Full-time (100%), Permanent position
• Base salary will be in the range $93,491.78 - $100,296.98 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• Based at our St Lucia Campus - Brisbane

About This Opportunity

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Engagement Officer to lead the delivery of high-impact programs and events focused on enhancing student employability.

In this exciting role, you will take charge of developing and executing student engagement initiatives, while also driving communications, marketing campaigns, and promotional strategies. From creating standout events to crafting compelling content, you will support creating awareness, build connections, and boost student participation across the board.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Engagement Programs and Events: lead the planning and delivery of EAIT Employability's student programs and events, including the extracurricular employability and Industry Mentoring programs. Work with internal teams and industry partners, the role drives student engagement, coordinate strategic events, and support key relationships to enhance student employability.
• Engagement and Communication: create marketing content, manage website updates, and coordinate communications to support EAIT Employability programs, ensuring alignment with UQ branding and priorities.
• Information Management: collect and manage data on engagement activities, support of end-of-year reporting, and monitor program effectiveness to inform ongoing improvements.
• Systems and Processes: contribute to the continuous improvement of team systems and processes by identifying opportunities for increased efficiency, effectiveness, and student experience.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

Faculty of EAIT Employability Team

The Employability Team is the Faculty's gateway for industry engagement with students. The team identifies and facilitates placement opportunities for all EAIT students and enhances the student experience and employability outcomes through the provision of a student employability program. This program fits within the broader University of Queensland's Student Employability Strategy and Employability Framework.

About You

• Degree qualifications in business, marketing, events, communications, or a related field with relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience coordinating engagement programs and events, including planning, stakeholder engagement, and on-the-ground delivery, preferably in a higher education or similar setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience creating and delivering marketing collateral and digital content across various platforms-such as websites, EDMs, social media, and presentations-while adhering to branding and engagement strategies.
• Skilled in managing formal communications and compiling accurate, timely reports and documents using data from multiple sources.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines, including occasional after-hours work.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, is highly regarded.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.

Work Rights:
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ms Madelynn Jenkins via [email protected].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected].

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close on Sunday, 17 August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-54357). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Friday, 22 August 2025.