Sport Officer, Events

3 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland University of Technology Full time
  • $76,825 to $86,652
  • Fixed-term, full-time
  • Gardens Point
  • Reference number: 231141
  • Term: Fixed term, full-time basis until 31 December 2024
  • Remuneration: $90,916 to $102,545 pa (HEW5) (inclusive of $76,825 to $86,652 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
  • Location: Gardens Point
  • Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply.


Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Sport Officer, Events & Campus Sport to join HiQ, Student Services and Wellbeing, Administrative Division.

The Sport Officer, Events and Campus Sport plays a vital role in leading and organising Student Engagement and Sport events and activities that nurture a strong sense of community and belonging at QUT, while also raising the university's profile in the broader community. Working closely with a team of Sport Officers and collaborating with members of the Student Engagement and Sport teams, the Sport Officer, Events and Campus Sport also engages with students, faculties, and community organisations to successfully plan and execute both on-campus and off-campus events and sports activities.

A key aspect of the role involves guiding the team in developing and delivering events and activities that align with QUT's values. This includes providing training and supervision to casual staff. This role includes physical and functional tasks that requires the incumbent to be able to frequently handle Sporting equipment.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

Student Engagement comprises of HiQ Contact Centre and Service Points, Future Student & Conversion, Engagement teams, and Sport. HiQ is the university's contact point for members of the public, staff, prospective and current student enquiries and support services. Services to students and staff include general information, IT support, Library, and student administration. Engagement with future students and their orientation to the QUT student experience is a core focus of Student Engagement. The Engagement team is responsible for delivering co-curricular programs that further build QUT's sense of community and support students to develop their professional identity, networks, and employability. QUT sport has strategic and operational oversight of sport activities and programs at QUT.

What you need to succeed

Education, training and/or experience equivalent to completion of a degree with and/or relevant work experience in a sporting environmentDemonstrated success in the best practice coordination of large scale events and smaller sporting activities targeted at building community, social engagement and belonging Well-developed interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with, establish and maintain meaningful partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, supervision of casual staff and delivery of event related training.Demonstrated ability to operate methodically with a high degree of attention to detail, to undertake comprehensive planning marketing and promotion Proven ability to identify and manage risks related to the delivery of events and sporting activities, including knowledge of safe work practices.Demonstrated financial management and budgeting capabilities, and the ability to navigate and utilise CRM systems and various applications including the Microsoft Office suite of products.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

  • A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
  • Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation.
  • Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
  • Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
  • Leave loading of 17.5%.
  • Purchased Leave Scheme – up to 8 extra weeks.
  • Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
  • Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
  • Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
  • We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths.
  • Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career.

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you're curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we're ready to meet you.

Job opens: 12-Dec-2023

Applications Close: 01-Jan-2024 at 11.30pm

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