External Engagement Coordinator (Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture)
- Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
- Duration: Continuing
- Remuneration: Level 6 from $103,866 (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading
- Location: UNSW Kensington Campus, NSW (hybrid)
About UNSW:
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. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Why Your Role Matters:
The External Engagement Coordinator plays a vital role in strengthening UNSW’s connections with alumni, industry, and partners. Based within the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture (ADA), this position supports the planning and delivery of dynamic engagement and partnership activities that elevate the Faculty’s public profile and foster meaningful relationships.
You’ll help ensure ADA’s engagement initiatives align with the UNSW Progress for All Strategy, driving positive societal impact and reinforcing UNSW’s reputation as a global leader in education, creativity, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and support engagement activities, events, and digital campaigns that connect alumni, industry, and partners with ADA.
- Develop and maintain engaging web and email content that promotes Faculty initiatives and achievements.
- Collaborate with Faculty colleagues and central UNSW teams to ensure alignment and consistency of engagement strategies.
- Provide excellent alumni support and ensure data is managed responsibly in accordance with University protocols.
- Track and evaluate engagement outcomes to support continuous improvement.
- Assist with event delivery and administrative support for key projects and Faculty initiatives.
About You:
You’re a creative and organised communicator with experience in engagement, marketing, or relationship management. You thrive on collaboration, bring fresh ideas to connect with diverse audiences, and are passionate about building community and impact.
You’ll have:
- Relevant qualifications and/or experience in communications, marketing, or stakeholder engagement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to tone and audience.
- Experience creating digital content and managing websites or email campaigns.
- Proven ability to coordinate projects and maintain productive partnerships.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and work independently.
- Design skills (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite or Canva) and experience in tertiary education are desirable.
For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on Jobs@UNSW
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:
- Flexible working options.
- 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).
For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits
How to Apply: Submit your CV & a succinct one-page cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) by 11:55pm, 9th December 2025
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
Contact: Amy Denney a.denney@unsw.edu.au - Talent Acquisition Team
Please apply directly through the website, applications sent to the contact above will not be accepted.
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.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
