Innovation Community Coordinator, UNSW Canberra
Employment type: Full time, 35 hours
Duration: Continuing
Remuneration: Broadband 6/7. Level 6 from $100,354, Level 7 from $110,073 plus 17% superannuation
Location: UNSW, Canberra – City Campus
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters
Launch is UNSW Canberra’s innovation hub that supports research partners in the defence and security sector. Launch aims to bridge industry, academia and government by fostering collaboration and innovation. Launch is central to the new UNSW Canberra City campus and the future defence and security precinct, driving research commercialisation and supporting Australia’s sovereign capability in defence and security. This Innovation Community Coordinator role will build on the reputation of UNSW as a leading university for entrepreneurship and innovation support in line with the University’s 2025 Strategy. The role is responsible for the overall coordination of entrepreneurship programs, including scheduling, supporting with resource allocation and effective execution, and reporting against the full suite of entrepreneurship programs. Reporting to the Manager, Launch Partnerships this position plays a crucial role in the operations and ongoing development of an active culture of entrepreneurialism within the UNSW community. The role will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the nature and delivery of these programs for many different UNSW stakeholders.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- Proficient in time management and organisation, with proven ability to adapt to shifting priorities, handle multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines through effective judgment and initiative.
- Project management and/or events experience, with an understanding of the project life cycle and development of project plans, objectives and documentation
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Generous superannuation contributions
- A commitment to lifelong learning
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility:
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role, including security clearance. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.
To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights. UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
How to apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:
- a 2-page pitch addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.
In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Wednesday 11th December at 11.30pm AEST
Get in Touch
To discuss the position and how to apply please contact:
Akeel Feroz a.feroz@unsw.edu.au
For questions regarding the application process - please email h.whale@unsw.edu.au
(for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
