UQ Union are looking for an organised and proactive Student Engagement & Communication Officer to join their Community team in a part-time role working 30 hours per week.

In this coordination-focused role, you’ll support the delivery of student engagement, welfare and community initiatives that make a genuine difference to the student experience. Working closely with Student Executives and key stakeholders, you’ll help translate strategic priorities into well-coordinated programs that strengthen student connection, wellbeing and belonging across UQU.

From coordinating volunteer programs and welfare campaigns to supporting student engagement initiatives and monitoring program outcomes, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our services are delivered effectively and continue to evolve to meet student needs.

This role works across UQU’s campuses, including satellite locations, and offers the opportunity to work alongside passionate staff and student leaders who are committed to creating positive change.

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Coordinate the delivery of student engagement, welfare and community initiatives that enhance the UQ student experience.

• Partner with Student Executives to plan, coordinate and deliver programs, campaigns and events aligned with UQU’s strategic priorities.

• Coordinate volunteer recruitment, onboarding, rostering and engagement to support Community initiatives.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Student Executives, staff and external stakeholders, acting as a key coordination point across teams.

• Monitor program outcomes, analyse engagement data and prepare reports to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Contribute to operational planning and support the ongoing development of innovative, student-focused programs and services.

About You 

You’re an organised and collaborative professional who enjoys bringing people together and coordinating initiatives that make a positive impact. You communicate confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about supporting students and building community.

You’ll bring:

• Experience in a coordination, operational support or service delivery role, ideally supporting student engagement, welfare or community initiatives.

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Experience working in a higher education, student union, not-for-profit or volunteer-based environment will be highly regarded.

• A relevant tertiary qualification in community services, education, business or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) is desirable.

About UQ Union:

With over 100 years of history, the University of Queensland Union (UQU) is a not-for-profit organisation with a bold vision: to create the ultimate campus experience for the UQ student community, led by students, for students.

Across their campuses, UQU operates a business trading arm of retail, food and beverage outlets alongside a wide range of student support services, from advocacy and legal advice to supporting more than 200 clubs and societies. Student-led and student-focused, UQU is committed to building a future that is financially strong, professionally run, and built to serve every UQ student.