"Senior Coordinator, Candidate Experience"

Job Description:

• Graduate School
• Full-time, permanent position
• Base salary will be in the range $104,616 - $113,920 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

The University of Queensland is seeking a Senior Coordinator, Candidate Experience to play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing the end-to-end experience of higher degree by research (HDR) candidates. Based within the UQ Graduate Research School, this role offers a unique opportunity to influence how HDR candidates engage with the University from commencement through to conferral, contributing directly to a vibrant, inclusive and supportive research training environment.

Working in close partnership with academic and professional colleagues across the University, you will lead the coordination of high-profile HDR initiatives, programs and events that foster community, wellbeing and professional development. This is a highly collaborative and visible role suited to an experienced coordinator who is passionate about student experience, stakeholder engagement and making a tangible impact within a world-class research institution.

Apply today to lead impactful initiatives, collaborate with diverse stakeholders across the University, and help shape an exceptional end-to-end experience for UQ’s higher degree by research candidates.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the design, coordination and delivery of university-wide HDR candidate experience initiatives, programs and flagship events that enhance engagement, wellbeing and a sense of belonging.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships across academic units, professional services and student bodies to ensure a coordinated, inclusive and responsive approach to HDR support.
• Provide strategic advice and insights to UQ Graduate School leadership on emerging trends, priorities and opportunities in HDR candidate experience, contributing to broader HDR strategy and planning.
• Oversee the planning, delivery, communication and evaluation of an annual calendar of HDR engagement activities, ensuring high-quality outcomes, strong participation and continuous improvement.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering high-quality engagement initiatives, programs or events, ideally within higher education, research, government or not-for-profit environments.
• Strong project and event management capability, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage logistics and deliver outcomes to tight timeframes.
• A passion for enhancing the experience, wellbeing and professional development of higher degree students or researchers, with experience in co-curricular or pastoral initiatives highly regarded.
• Highly organised and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities, work independently and contribute effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences while delivering a high standard of client service and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to build trusted, productive relationships and approach challenges with sound judgement, initiative and a solutions-focused mindset.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Helen Hume | UQGRS Executive Manager at h.hume@uq.edu.au

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close 3/02/2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60060). *Applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close this application process early.*