Community Engagement Coordinator

Overview

Community Engagement Coordinator (UNSW Faculty of Engineering)

Location: Kensington, NSW, Australia

Employment type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 2 years (35-hour week). Remuneration Level 7: $113,926 - $123,302 + 17% Superannuation.

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

The Community Engagement Coordinator is a member of the UNSW Engineering Societal Impact and Translation team and supports the delivery of the UNSW Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategy 2023-2027 and related initiatives. The position involves event coordination, knowledge translation, marketing, student and community engagement initiatives, and relationship development to drive diversity and belonging in education and engineering.

Accountabilities

• Coordinate and implement community engagement initiatives and activities targeting underrepresented cohorts in engineering.
• Establish and manage strategic partnerships within UNSW and externally with stakeholders to enhance collective impact.
• Oversee development and implementation of project plans and schedules for key initiatives (e.g., Women In Engineering Program, UNSW Makerbus, UNSW Gateway Program, Engineering Indigenous Engagement).
• Monitor, track and report on project deliverables to ensure time, cost and quality targets align with plans.
• Provide consultative advice and strategic guidance on attraction and retention of students from underrepresented cohorts in Engineering.
• Design, develop and implement marketing and communications strategies for activities targeted to underrepresented cohorts and communities.
• Manage stakeholder communications across multiple channels, internal and external to the project.

Skills and Experience

Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Relevant tertiary qualification with extensive experience or equivalent competence, preferably in higher education or with underrepresented groups.
• Expertise in fostering student engagement and building programs to enhance community among participants.
• A passion for engineering and equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Substantial project and event coordination experience, with ability to plan, implement and report on complex projects.
• Engagement and stakeholder management with a track record of delivering outcomes.
• Budget management for engagement programs and resource allocation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently to manage competing demands.

Benefits and Culture

UNSW recognises staff contributions and offers career development opportunities and a supportive culture. Benefits include:

• 17% Superannuation contributions
• Additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For more details on benefits, visit UNSW lifestyle benefits page.

How to Apply

Click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. Systematically address the Skills and Experience listed in the position description. Applications close Tuesday 2 September 2025 by 11:30pm. Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington, NSW. Background checks including a Working With Children Check will be required.

Get In Touch

Questions about the role: please contact Juline Harb at juline.harb@unsw.edu.au. For recruitment process inquiries, contact Allyssar Hamoud at a.hamoud@unsw.edu.au.

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from diverse genders, sexual orientations, cultures, linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and those with caring responsibilities. Workplace adjustments and flexible work options are available for eligible staff.

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

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