"Events and Industry Liaison Coordinator"

Full time, fixed term until 12 Feb 2027

Opportunity to assist with the management and coordination of events and projects at School of Architecture, Design and Planning

HEO 5 Base Salary from $89,755 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Events and Industry Liaison Coordinator works under guidance and makes decisions on the completion of daily tasks related to functions of the office and their key accountabilities. The incumbent is expected to exercise a degree of initiative and judgement in planning work activity, and resolving problems associated with day-to-day operating procedures directly linked to their key accountabilities.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• assist, coordinate and execute Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning events aiming to achieve strategic and reputational objectives
• liaise with all relevant external stakeholders including contractors, caterers etc to ensure smooth execution of all Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning events
• actively contribute to a team environment that fosters and develops effective working relationships, working collaboratively with academics and other professional staff, showing consideration for colleagues and valuing the contribution of others
• build relationships and manage project communications with internship and industry stakeholders
• Provide internship management support for one or more projects underway in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning.

About you

• experience in events management
• planning and communication skills together with the ability to work according to strict deadlines and manage various demands
• excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with a variety of matters
• well-developed interpersonal skills with sound negotiating with a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with diverse stakeholder groups
• knowledge and/or experience in the UX/UI sector preferred (or an advantage)
• High level organisational and project management skills.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Laura Brogan, Recruitment Operations by email to laura.brogan@sydney.edu.au.

Applications Close

Wednesday 24 September 2025 11:59 PM