[Urgent] Events Lead

Events Lead - (Internal Opportunity Only)

Permanent | Full-Time | Camperdown Campus | Hybrid Work

Bring campus to life with unforgettable events and programs.

Help create unforgettable experiences for thousands of students at Australia’s most iconic campus.

At the University of Sydney Union (USU), we believe university life should be more than textbooks and lectures – it should be connection, community, and life-changing experiences. Join us

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE

This is your chance to lead the heartbeat of campus life. From Welcome Fest and cultural festivals to revues, debates, and flagship student events, you’ll design experiences that thousands of students look forward to every year.

You’ll combine strategic thinking, creativity, and hands‑on leadership – building a calendar of events that’s inclusive, sustainable, and unforgettable.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

- Lead and inspire a passionate team delivering events, programs, and festivals across campus.

- Oversee flagship student experiences including Revues, Palladian Cup, Welcome Fest, and more.

- Develop and manage the annual Student Experience Calendar, ensuring events are inclusive and responsive to the diverse student community.

- Deliver Tier 1 events in partnership with USU teams, University stakeholders, and student leaders.

- Gather feedback, track outcomes, and introduce new initiatives to keep events fresh, relevant, and exciting.

- Manage budgets, reporting, and identify new income opportunities to keep programs sustainable.

- Build strong relationships with students, faculties, venues, and the University community to ensure seamless delivery.

- Ensure all events are safe, compliant, and aligned with USU’s strategic goals.

WHAT YOU BRING

- 3+ years’ experience in event and project management (student, youth, or community focus ideal).

- Proven ability to manage large-scale events from concept to delivery.

- Experience leading, mentoring, and inspiring a team.

- Strong budget management and reporting skills.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

- A creative, solutions‑focused mindset – you thrive on improving, innovating, and adapting.

- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends during major events.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Meal card for food and beverage - $15 per day

- 17.5% annual leave loading

- Complimentary USU Rewards membership (discounts on and off campus)

- Generous paid leave entitlements including 3 days of life leave and 5 additional paid leave days per year

- Commitment to learning and development.

- The chance to shape the biggest and best events at one of Australia’s most iconic campuses

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to make a real impact in student life?

- Resume (max 2 pages, PDF or Word)

ABOUT THE USU

The USU (University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation, dedicated to providing students with the best possible university experience.

We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. We promote healthy living and aim to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke‑Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.

USU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Help make us better by joining our team.

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).

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