"Content and Events Officer"

• Reference number: 25448
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $109,157 to $118,193 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $92,239 to $99,875 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Content and Events Officer to join Marketing and Student Recruitment, Engagement, Chancellery Division.

The Content and Events Officer contributes to the student recruitment program through communications, events and engagement activities. This includes writing content for electronic direct mails (EDMs), web and publications, coordinating photo shoots and testimonials, working on key tasks associated with the delivery of prospective student events, and contributing to the team by working at events, answering prospective student enquiries and conducting presentations.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Marketing and Student Recruitment Department is responsible for: 

• Building and protecting QUT’s brand awareness and reputation;
• Engaging and recruiting future students;
• Ensuring communications from QUT are effective and of high professional standard. 

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or experience equivalent to the completion of a degree in communication or a relevant discipline with subsequent relevant experience. 
2. Demonstrated strong communication skills including the ability to write high quality, engaging print and online content for a range of audiences to achieve organisational goals, combined with strong attention to detail in proofing copy, documents and datasets.
3. Demonstrated interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate, consult and communicate effectively with colleagues, your team, internal and external clients, and suppliers, and the ability to deliver engaging group presentations.
4. Demonstrated time management skills including the ability to prioritise tasks, problem solve, meet deadlines, and provide a professional service within a busy customer-oriented environment.
5. High level digital literacy skills including use of the Microsoft Office suite, Photoshop, and website management.
6. Knowledge of workplace health and safety, and equity and diversity principles, especially relating to events and content, to ensure implementation of these principles as an employee in day-to-day tasks.
7. Current ‘C’ class (car) driver’s license, the physical ability to carry boxes of approximately 10kg weight and the availability to attend out of hours activities.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff  through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees. 

Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

Belong at QUT 

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers. 

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

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Job opens: 02-Oct-2025

Applications Close: 16-Oct-2025 at 11.30pm

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