Alumni & Engagement Coordinator – UNSW Business School

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Marketing / Communications

Alumni Engagement Coordinator – UNSW Business School

• Employment Type: Full time (35 hours per week)
• Duration: 6 months contract
• Remuneration: Level 6 $96,960 - $103,434 (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading
• Location:  Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Working)

Why Your Role Matters:

The UNSW Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement (DSIEE) leads UNSW’s efforts to make a positive and lasting impact on society, promoting equity and social justice and driving engagement activities that enhance UNSW’s reputation as a key contributor to society through its research, teaching, and community engagement.

DSIEE develops strong partnerships and influential relationships with key organisations, communities, government, and alumni to advance the University’s profile and reputation as a sector leader in societal impact, supporting a university-wide agenda to drive effective change and engagement. 

As part of DSIEE, the External Engagement portfolio is responsible for social media, news and content, corporate marketing and communications, web transformation, events, venues and hospitality, development, alumni engagement and government, community, and diplomatic relations.

The Alumni Engagement Coordinator engages with graduates to build on-going support and participation through fostering mutually beneficial relationships. There is an Alumni Engagement Coordinator embedded in each of UNSW’s faculties.

The Alumni Engagement Coordinator reports to the Senior External Engagement Manager and has no direct reports.

Responsibilities:

• In consultation with faculty staff and external stakeholders, contribute to the development and manage the implementation of an omnichannel alumni engagement strategy for UNSW Business School. This will need to be consistent with the UNSW alumni strategy and the faculty’s overall vision and goals.
• Ensure all engagement activities are consistent with the UNSW alumni strategy and the faculty’s overall vision and goals.
• Coordinate a program of engagement activities that build strategic and sustainable engagement with alumni.
• Act as a key point of contact for faculty alumni and respond or take action accordingly.
• Work collaboratively and productively with the central alumni team, ensuring that the university-wide alumni engagement strategy is implemented effectively and that processes and protocols are understood and respected.
• Use alumni data responsibly by following all established processes, identifying, and addressing issues as they arise, and undergoing training as appropriate.

Who You Are:

• An experienced alumni relations, communications, marketing, or membership-services professional with at least five years of experience in the higher education, corporate, government or for-purpose sectors, or in an agency.
• A relevant degree and/or equivalent knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Proven track record of coordinating alumni and other engagement programs and projects.
• Demonstrated experience in marketing communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with external stakeholders.
• Digital and data management skills.
• Strong engagement and stakeholder management skills including highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to excellence in program and project delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and garner support and commitment for projects.
• Excellent organisational skills and proven ability to show initiative and think creatively and independently.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and sensitively with colleagues across a range of teams whilst coordinating multiple priorities.

Further details can be found in a copy of the Position Description linked below or via JOBS@UNSW.

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Flexible Working Options (hybrid work with team in-office anchor days)
• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

To Apply: If this is of interest to you, please submit your CV, Cover Letter and responses to the Skills and Experience outlined in the position description.

Contact: Amy Denney: Talent Acquisition Coordinator e: [email protected]
Please note applications sent directly to the contacts above cannot be accepted.

Applications close: 11.55pm, 20th March 2024

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people 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.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:06 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:20 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time