Event Coordinator
- University of New South Wales
- Australia, NSW
- Jul 14, 2026
Job Description:
- Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
- Duration: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
- Remuneration: Level 6 from $108k + 17% superannuation & leave loading
- Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Working Arrangements)
Why your role matters
The Event Coordinator, Graduations plays an important role within the Registrar & Student Services team, supporting the planning and delivery of graduation ceremonies and related events. This position is ideal for an enthusiastic and highly organised event professional who enjoys working collaboratively and delivering memorable experiences.
Working closely with senior team members and a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, the Event Coordinator will help ensure graduation events are delivered smoothly, professionally and in line with the strategic priorities of the Division of Education & Student Experience.
The role reports to the Event Manager and has no direct reports.
Specific accountabilities include:
- Assist in the event planning, coordination and delivery of graduation related events and ceremonies.
- Assist in the development and implementation of event plans and documentation for graduation related events and ceremonies, providing support in shaping policies and procedures under the guidance of senior team members.
- Provide effective advice and best practice recommendations relating to event production, processes, policy and activities.
- Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to deliver services for graduation events whilst assisting with budget management.
About You:
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training, and experience.
- Demonstrated experience in the coordination and planning of events, providing effective customer service and stakeholder management.
- Excellent time management, accuracy, attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
- Well-developed interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to exercise initiative, think creatively and adopt an active approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent skills in the use of standard office desktop software such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, and internet applications for researching and preparing reports, statistics and other documents.
- Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
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
Pre-Employment Checks
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) before 11.55pm Thursday 23rd July 2026. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
Job queries contact: Chloe Gane, Talent Acquisition Consultant E: [email protected] (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.
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Job Description:
- Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
- Duration: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
- Remuneration: Level 6 from $108k + 17% superannuation & leave loading
- Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Working Arrangements)
Why your role matters
The Event Coordinator, Graduations plays an important role within the Registrar & Student Services team, supporting the planning and delivery of graduation ceremonies and related events. This position is ideal for an enthusiastic and highly organised event professional who enjoys working collaboratively and delivering memorable experiences.
Working closely with senior team members and a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, the Event Coordinator will help ensure graduation events are delivered smoothly, professionally and in line with the strategic priorities of the Division of Education & Student Experience.
The role reports to the Event Manager and has no direct reports.
Specific accountabilities include:
- Assist in the event planning, coordination and delivery of graduation related events and ceremonies.
- Assist in the development and implementation of event plans and documentation for graduation related events and ceremonies, providing support in shaping policies and procedures under the guidance of senior team members.
- Provide effective advice and best practice recommendations relating to event production, processes, policy and activities.
- Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to deliver services for graduation events whilst assisting with budget management.
About You:
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training, and experience.
- Demonstrated experience in the coordination and planning of events, providing effective customer service and stakeholder management.
- Excellent time management, accuracy, attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
- Well-developed interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to exercise initiative, think creatively and adopt an active approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent skills in the use of standard office desktop software such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, and internet applications for researching and preparing reports, statistics and other documents.
- Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
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
Pre-Employment Checks
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) before 11.55pm Thursday 23rd July 2026. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
Job queries contact: Chloe Gane, Talent Acquisition Consultant E: [email protected] (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.
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