Senior Engagement and Events Officer (Projects)

Job Description

• Medical School
• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position until December 2028
• Base salary will be in the range $95,361 - $102,302 + super (HEW Level 6)
• Based at our Herston location

About This Opportunity

The Senior Engagement and Events Officer (Projects) position plays a key role in delivering high‑quality engagement initiatives, communications and major events that strengthen relationships across the Medical School’s clinical, alumni and partner communities. You will work in a collaborative and purpose‑driven environment, using initiative and taking ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes for the School.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the development and implementation of the Medical School’s Clinical Engagement Strategy, translating strategic priorities into practical, high‑impact initiatives.
• Planning, coordinating and delivering major events, including milestone celebrations such as the Medical School’s 90-Year Celebration, with responsibility for end‑to‑end delivery within established processes.
• Designing and delivering engagement initiatives that strengthen relationships with clinical partners, Academic Title Holders and alumni.
• Collaborating with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver targeted engagement initiatives and effective communications, while contributing to the continuous improvement of systems and processes.

About You

You are an engaging and confident professional with a strong background in event coordination and stakeholder engagement, who thrives in a dynamic project environment. You will also demonstrate:

• Significant experience planning, coordinating and delivering large‑scale and/or high‑profile events to a consistently high standard.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including clinical partners.
• Highly developed organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
• Ability to work autonomously under broad direction while contributing positively within a collaborative, high‑performing team.
• Flexibility and willingness to work outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as required to support event delivery.