Community Engagement Coordinator

Employment Type : Full Time, Fixed Term for 2 years (35-hour week)Remuneration Level 7 : $113,926 - $123, % SuperannuationLocation : Kensington, NSW

Why The Role Matters :

This role supports the Program Manager (Student Gender Equity), Program Manager (Student Equity), and Senior Program Officer (Indigenous Engagement) by coordinating activities aimed at underrepresented cohorts in engineering, including women, non-binary and gender diverse individuals, those from low socioeconomic backgrounds, UNSW Gateway schools, remote and rural residents, and Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The Community Engagement Coordinator is part of the UNSW Engineering Societal Impact and Translation team, supporting the UNSW Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategy , and the UNSW Strategy: Progress for All. This diverse role involves event coordination, knowledge translation, marketing, community engagement initiatives, and building relationships with passionate stakeholders to promote diversity and inclusion in education and engineering sectors.

Accountabilities :

please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)

• Coordinate and implement community engagement initiatives targeting underrepresented groups.
• Establish and manage partnerships within UNSW and externally with stakeholders like NSW high schools to enhance impact.
• Develop and oversee project plans and schedules for initiatives such as Women In Engineering, UNSW Makerbus, Gateway Program, and Indigenous Engagement.
• Monitor and report on project deliverables ensuring alignment with plans.
• Provide strategic advice on attracting and retaining students from underrepresented cohorts.
• Design and implement marketing strategies for targeted activities.
• Manage stakeholder communications across multiple channels.

Skills and Experience :

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights or Citizenship; visa sponsorship is not available.

please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)

• Relevant tertiary qualification with extensive experience or equivalent competence, preferably in higher education or working with underrepresented groups.
• Experience in fostering student engagement and community-building programs.
• A passion for engineering and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Strong project and event coordination skills with proven ability to manage complex projects and report outcomes.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and a track record of successful partnerships.
• Budget management skills for engagement programs.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, managing multiple demands.

Benefits and Culture :

We value our staff's contributions, making UNSW a top university in Australia and globally.

Our benefits include :

• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading
• Extra leave over Christmas
• Discounts and entitlements across various sectors

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How to Apply :

Submit your CV, Cover Letter, and responses to the Skills and Experience section of the position description via the apply button. Applications close Tuesday 2nd September 2025 at 11:30 pm.

Applicants must have Australian working rights and be able to work onsite in Kensington, NSW.

Background checks, including a Working With Children Check, will be required.

Get in Touch :

Questions about the role? Contact Juline Harb at

Questions about recruitment? Contact Allyssar Hamoud at

UNSW is committed to equity and diversity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and providing workplace adjustments and flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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