Posted:
8/21/2024, 8:56:10 AM
Location(s):
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ⋅ Victoria, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Growth & Marketing
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
Full-time, Continuing position
Salary Level HEW 7 + 17% Superannuation
Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working
About the role
As Events and Engagement Coordinator, you will be responsible for enriching stakeholder experiences in line with the STEM’s strategic vision. This will include; overseeing awards schemes, future and current student-oriented events such as Open Day and orientations, plus digital engagement with stakeholders.
You will be expected to contribute to team culture and work collaboratively, establishing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders such as academic staff, presenters from industry, delegations, and community groups. This role will also play a part in developing event communications, including marketing and recruiting collateral.
You may be required to occasionally work non-standard hours and leave restrictions may apply during peak periods. This role will require physical activity including heavy lifting and standing for long periods of time.
To be successful in this position, you will have:
Demonstrated communication, relationship building and negotiation skills with the ability to work collegiately with academic and professional staff, students, and external clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Demonstrated experience in all aspects of information management in a large institutional environment and the ability to tailor information to meet specific objectives.
Demonstrated project management skills including planning, budgeting, and resource management.
Demonstrated end-to-end event management skills involving multiple stakeholders both internal and external to the organisation.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate closely with team members and extended marketing teams in the University to support key objectives and ability to maintain effective working relationships both inside and outside the University.
Proven understanding of engagement strategies in a tertiary education environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a demanding high-volume environment with excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
Demonstrated proficiency in computer software packages with accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to learn new technical skills.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the College
The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry as never before.
The STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.
The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.
The STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.
We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/stem-college
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Candice Davis (Manager, STEM College Events) via email [email protected].
Position Description - Events and Engagement Coordinator
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via [email protected] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Website: https://rmit.edu.au/
Headquarter Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Year Founded: 1996
Industries: Education ⋅ Higher Education