Events – Student Events Coordinator
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Job Location:
Wollongong - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who are we
UOW Pulse enhances campus life at the University of Wollongong by delivering vibrant social experiences and practical services. Our values Agility Community Play Qualityand Support guide everything we do complementing academic life and supporting both students and staff.
Come and work in the most exciting part of the campus!
Were seeking an experienced and passionate individual to deliver events and activities on the UOW campus that maximise student engagement with the role commencing in mid-January 2026. Specifically we are looking for someone that brings fun but also understands and can contribute to wellness and cultural competency in our range of services. The successful candidate will lead cultural events such as Diwali and Lunar NewAA1 Year and have responsibilities across both the events and wellness portfolios. This role reports to the Student Events Manager and works closely with the Student Events Lead to deliver large-scale events and entertainment programs.
Why this role matters
As part of our commitment to enhancing student wellbeing and cultural engagement this role offers the chance to lead meaningful initiatives that support a diverse student population. Youll help shape the future of student life at UOW through inclusive high-impact events.
Selection Criteria (300 words per answer)
- Tell us about a time you planned or delivered an event or initiative that catered to a culturally diverse group.
- UOW has a highly diverse student population and values equity diversity inclusion and belonging. How would you embed these principles into your event planning and delivery to meet the varied needs of different student groups
- Describe a time you collaborated with a team or stakeholder group where there were different perspectives or communication styles. How did you ensure effective communication and cooperation
- What effective feedback tools do you utilise to gather feedback after events Can you give an example where feedback has helped shape your future event planning
Youll have
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Relevant qualification in health promotion public healthevent management and/or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of cultural competency and experience working with Indigenous Communities is advantageous.
- Experience and passion for event or program planning and co-ordination including developing event management documentation and a passion for enhancing the student experience.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise workflow multi-task and meet overlapping deadlines with a high level of attention in all aspects of work.
- Experience managing events with over 1000 participants is advantageous.
- Current provisional or above NSW drivers licence and ability to travel to other UOW campuses as required.
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends where required.
Please refer to the attachedJob Descriptionfor more information.
How to apply
To apply send your current resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria as below:
Submit to:
Subject line: Student Events Coordinator Student Support Application
Please submit your documents in JPEG PDF or Word format only. Unfortunately we are unable to consider applications with files we cannot open.
Key Dates
Applications close: 9am Friday 12 December 2025
Anticipated role Start date: 19 January 2026
UOW Pulse reserves the right to interview candidates or fill positions prior to the closing date if suitable applicants are found.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Marketing
- Catering
- Organizational skills
- Hospitality Experience
- Management Experience
- HubSpot
- Event Planning
- Events Management
- Project Management
- Event Marketing
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
About Company
The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception. Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusi ... View more
