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This unique opportunity is designed to support artists and creativesfrom fields such as fashion media design policy and the built environmentin developing the business and entrepreneurial skills needed to turn their ideas into viable ventures. As part of the UNSW Founders team the Community Manager will play a key role in nurturing a culture of entrepreneurship within the Arts Design & Architecture (ADA) faculty by designing and delivering programs for students staff and alumni.
Working closely with leaders across ADA and the UNSW Founders team you will provide mentorship resources and guidance to early-stage entrepreneurs and help bridge the gap between creative ambition and commercial success including the development and delivery of engaging and educational content that will enable knowledge upskilling in both co-curricular and curricular settings. The role also involves supporting emerging ventures like Radiant Jelly a company founded by Professor John McGhee that uses 4D volumetric AI to create real-time photorealistic experiences.
The Community Manager will work collaboratively with other members of UNSW Founders and the leaders of UNSW ADA. The role reports to the Senior Manager Curiosity and has no direct full-time reports. The role will build on the reputation of UNSW as a leading university for entrepreneurship and has the potential to create a positive impact on thousands of people.
The Organisation
UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive be challenged and do meaningful work youre in the right place.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:
Who you are
You have a relevant tertiary qualification and or equivalent experience in entrepreneurship fundamentals and methodologies lean startup processes and the startup and innovation community. Youll also be able to demonstrate a track record of fostering engagement and educational growth through communities of practice.
You bring excellent written and verbal communication skills creative and strategic thinking and a proactive entrepreneurial mindset. Your interpersonal skills enable you to connect easily with a wide range of people and youre confident in designing and delivering effective skill-building programs. Highly organised you manage competing priorities and projects effectively demonstrating resilience and adaptability in fast-paced environments. You take initiative to enhance program delivery work well both independently and collaboratively and are committed to UNSWs mission values and policies. You also understand your health and safety responsibilities and commitment to maintaining relevant training in this area.
To apply: If supporting artists and creatives to turn their ideas into viable ventures is of interest to you please submit your CV and Cover Letter (including responses to Skills and Experience nominated in the Position Description) via the APPLY button.
Contact: Shiree Thomas Talent Acquisition Consultant e:
Applications close: 11.55pm Wednesday 6th August 2025
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Torres Strait Islander descent of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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