• Employment Type: Full time, continuing
• Remuneration: Competitive total package
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid work arrangement available)

About Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement (DSIEE)
The UNSW Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement (DSIEE) leads UNSW’s efforts in making positive and lasting impact on society, promoting equity and social justice and driving engagement activities that enhance UNSW’s reputation as a key contributor to society through its research, teaching, and community engagement.

DSIEE develops strong partnerships and influential relationships with key organisations, communities, government, and alumni to advance the University’s profile and reputation as a sector leader in societal impact, supporting a university-wide agenda to drive effective change and engagement.

Why your Role Matters
The Senior External Engagement Manager is a strategic leadership role in The Division of Societal Impact Equity and Engagement based in the Faculty of Law & Justice. The high-performing Faculty-based EE teams work alongside central areas such as events, alumni, news & content, and internal communications, assisting the Faculty to build its reputation and networks of influence. This team is committed to working with colleagues across DSIEE, ensuring a ‘OneUNSW’ approach is taken to developing strategy and implementing the appropriate quality standards. This role is responsible for delivering key external engagement activities locally and in a manner that effectively supports the needs of the Faculty leadership team.

Skills & Experience summary: You will hold a relevant qualification, or equivalent level of knowledge, and experience alongside:

• Demonstrated capacity to develop and execute strategic external engagement plans, to meet the priorities identified by the Faculty and the University.  
• Evidence of a successfully improving an organisation’s profile via external engagement activities.
• Ability to work in a highly adaptable a consultative manner, working in a highly collaborative way to deliver the best outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to produce effective briefings and design effective PowerPoint presentations.
• Outstanding experience of managing and allocating resources including staff and operating budget.
• Ability to lead, motivate and train team members, to establish priorities and manage competing deadlines for self and others.
• Proven effective and successful interaction at senior management and executives, and ability to influence and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.
• Proven track record in managing large programs and assessing strategic options and pathways.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of or experience with the Law & Justice Industry is highly desired.

For further information on the role & responsibilities, please refer to the position description

How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) before Wednesday 11 December by 11:55pm.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.

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 (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

Job queries contact: Katherine Molloy, Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: katherine.molloy@unsw.edu.au  (applications to the address cannot be accepted, please apply online)

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.