• Faculty of Business, Economics and Law

• Two full-time, fixed-term positions (6-month and 12-month opportunities)

• Base salary will be in the range $95,361 to $102,303 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)

• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity 

The Faculty of Business, Economics and Law is seeking two highly motivated and experienced events professionals to join the team in fixed‑term roles supporting parental leave arrangements. As Senior Events Officers, you will collaborate with a dynamic team of marketing, communications and events specialists to deliver high‑quality, engaging events for both internal and external stakeholders. Please indicate your preferred contract length (6 or 12 months) as part of your application.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Plan and deliver high-quality events across online, on-campus and hybrid formats, including workshops, seminars, webinars, summits, networking events and award evenings, ensuring alignment with University objectives and a seamless end-to-end experience.

• Build and manage strong stakeholder relationships by liaising with academic and professional staff, senior external presenters, industry partners, alumni, suppliers and senior University leaders to support the successful delivery of events.

• Manage event logistics, suppliers and budgets including procurement of venues, catering, AV, staging and equipment; monitoring budgets; ensuring compliance with UQ policies; and meeting risk, safety and sustainability requirements.

• Develop event content, reporting and communications by preparing event documentation and reports, managing website and social media content, handling data in line with legislative requirements, and collaborating across BEL Marketing and Engagement, Future Students, and UQ Marketing & Communications on integrated initiatives.

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 $6.40 a day)

• Salary packaging options

About You

• Relevant qualifications in event management, communications, marketing or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training.

• Proven experience in planning and delivering events, including online engagement activities, webinars and hybrid formats.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and customer service skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with students, internal stakeholders, clients, suppliers and external partners.

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including negotiation and relationship-building capabilities, and the ability to navigate complex or time-critical situations.

• Demonstrated organisational and workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, work independently, meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.

• A proactive and collaborative approach, showing initiative, sound judgement and the ability to contribute effectively within a high-performing team environment.

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality, with a strong work ethic and enthusiasm for delivering exceptional events.

• Experience in reporting, evaluation and budget management, supporting effective planning and continuous improvement.

• Strong digital capability, including experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite and/or event management platforms such as EventsAir, Eventbrite, Vision6 or Canva.

Travel and After-Hours Duties

The Senior Events Officer will be required to work after hours and on weekends from time to time. Some travel may be required.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kathie Thomson, Principal, Events by email [email protected].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], 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 explaining how your background aligns with the ‘About You’ criteria and noting your preferred contract length (6 or 12 months).

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, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected].

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 05/02/2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60778). Please note 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. Please note that Interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing 16 February 2026.