Residential Life Events Officer

PRIMARY DETAIL
- Salary package: Up to $75,000 plus super
- Appointment Type: Continuing, full-time role
- Location: Based at Wallumattagal campus, North Ryde

Plan, deliver and create memorable experiences for our student community

Are you passionate about event planning and fostering a vibrant student community?

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE
- Creative Freedom: Plan and deliver exciting fun events and initiatives for our student residents.
- Supportive Workplace: Ongoing development, mentoring, and wellbeing programs.
- Amazing Perks: Complimentary gym membership, discounts at campus retail outlets and generous leave entitlements.

ABOUT US

Opened in February 2021, we are a 342-bedroom on-campus student accommodation facility located in the heart of Macquarie University Campus. Our Accommodation Services team manages and supports the accommodation facility, building a safe, supportive and inclusive community for our student residents so they can focus on making life-long friendships and succeed in their studies.

We are committed to our people, we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are. Come join us and be part of a dynamic and committed team and positively impact the lives of our students, staff, and community.

OUR BENEFITS- Complementary Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym access-
- Ongoing development and mentoring opportunities- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and additional leave days- Access to our staff wellbeing program and staff support services- Working on a vibrant parkland campus with a huge variety of food & beverage outlets including general practice & hospital amenities- Access to discounted corporate health insurance and free employee flu shot program

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Residential Life Coordinator, we are seeking an organised, enthusiastic, motivated individual with the ability to deliver premium customer service and events to our student residents. This includes:
- Planning and coordinating a calendar of events aimed at fostering personal growth and academic success of our residents and a respectful culture and sense of belonging within our community.- Developing online and face to face promotional strategy for events to engage and increase participation from our residents.- Obtain feedback and satisfaction rates from residents to evaluate and review the residential life program offering for continuous improvement.- Coordinate the operational execution of events, including liaising with third party providers, set up and pack down, and instructions for event assistants.

ABOUT YOU

You are passionate about fostering a welcoming and inclusive community where students can thrive. You'll bring:
- Demonstrated skill and experience in event planning, promotions and activations.- Excellent time management and organisational skills.- Ability to engage and relate to people from diverse backgrounds with excellent intercultural communication skills.- Excellent ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.- Demonstrated experience working with social media content.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Checks: A current Working with Children Check and Criminal History Check are required.
- Flexibility: Due to the nature of this role, there may be be a requirement for work to be performed after hours and some weekends.
- Work Rights: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

READY TO JOIN US?

General Recruitment Enquiries: Mirna Alaaiddin, Talent Acquisition Officer Application Closing Date: Tuesday, 28 January 2025 at 11:59 pm (AEDT)

Applications Close:
28/01/2025 11:59 PM

Diversity and Inclusion
- Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
- We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
- Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University.