Sponsorship Administrator

Overview

(HEO6) $92,511 - $99,929 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Continuing, full-time position available immediately

An exciting opportunity for a Sponsorship Administrator Officer to make an impact and provide essential support to the Media and Corporate Relations branch

The Media and Corporate Relations branch proactively positions the University of Adelaide as a key driver of social and economic prosperity in South Australia and as a respected thought leader, through effective agenda setting with key external stakeholders in media, government, industry, and the broader community. The branch encompasses dedicated teams in corporate and government relations, protocol management, communications and media capabilities.

Reporting to the Manager, Sponsorship and Community Relations, receiving broad direction and working with a degree of autonomy, the Sponsorship Administrator is responsible for reviewing and providing recommendations and managing the deliverables regarding sponsorship requests and agreements as well as supporting the review and delivery of sponsorship reporting. This role will work closely with the Marketing, Brand and Events teams and other relevant internal stakeholders and key external core partners.

Responsibilities

The Sponsorship Administrator is responsible for:

• Reviewing sponsorship requests and agreements and providing recommendations
• Supporting the review and delivery of sponsorship reporting
• Collaborating with Marketing, Brand and Events teams and other internal and external stakeholders

To be successful you will need

• High-level administrative skills including database management and record keeping
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Microsoft Teams
• Ability to be self-organised to effectively prioritise multiple concurrent projects within tight deadlines
• Superior written communication skills with an eye for detail
• Strong customer service skills with the capacity to maintain effective relationships with stakeholders including senior leadership

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work\'s cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more

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Your division\'s broader role

The Division of External Engagement is committed to the University's growth ambitions through best practice marketing, the generation of international opportunities, and the forging of deep industry, media and alumni connections.

If you have the talent, we\'ll give you the opportunity. Together, let\'s make history.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Tuesday 9 September 2025.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Adelaide University, University of Adelaide or UniSA current employee at the time the position is advertised.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Jade Henschke
Manager Sponsorship & Community Relations
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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

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