Engagement and Event Coordinator

Salary: HEP 6 $88,691 - $96,001 per annum + 17% employer superannuation

Contract Type: Full time, Fixed-term until 24/1/2027

Hours per week: 36.75 

Location: Footscray campus.

About Us:

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan : Start well, finish brilliantly.One of the drivers "Thriving place to Study and Work" will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the role:

The overall purpose of the Engagement and Event Coordinator is to provide high level support to the Manager Engagement and Events by contributing to the coordination and execution of the University's large-scale marketing, recruitment, and event initiatives. This includes both internal and external events designed to engage a diverse range of prospective students, including secondary school students and their key influencers, mature-age students, and current Victoria University students.

About the person:

The ideal candidate for this role will likely come from a background in event coordination, marketing, communications, or stakeholder engagement, preferably within the education, community, or public sectors. They will have experience managing large-scale events and working collaboratively across diverse teams and stakeholders.

To thrive in this role, the person should be:

• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• A confident communicator, capable of building strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with a knack for anticipating challenges and responding with agility.
• Passionate about education and community engagement, with a genuine interest in helping prospective students connect with opportunities at Victoria University.

Duties:

An example of duties you may perform;

• Coordinate major recruitment events and expos, including the Melbourne Careers Expo, VCE and Careers Expo, Victorian Careers Show, and community events.
• Provide high level support the Manager, Engagement and Events in working with teams across the University, including the Open Day Committee and Working Group, to promote and run Open Day and other key recruitment events smoothly.
• Collaborate with the Manager, Engagement and Events, and the school leaver working group to drive the planning, implementation and evaluation of Change of Preference events.

Why Join Us:

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage.

How to apply:

For a copy of the Position Description click HERE.

Applications must include:

• A cover letter;
• Your curriculum vitae/resume;
• Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Positon Description; and/or
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registrations.

Note: Applications which do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia

Applicantion closing date: 11:59pm 3 December 2025.

Our Commitment to Protecting Country:

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity:

VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruitment:

VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including accessible formats of documents, please contact us at  or call