PRIMARY DETAIL• Salary package: Up to $75,000 plus super• Appointment Type: Continuing, full-time role• Location: Based at Wallumattagal campus, North RydePlan, deliver and create memorable experiences for our student community!Are you passionate about event planning and fostering a vibrant student community?Join U@MQ's Accommodation Services team and play a key role in creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for our student residents.
As the Residential Life Events Officer, you'll have the unique opportunity to plan and coordinate exciting events that leave a lasting impact on the student experience.WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLECreative Freedom: Plan and deliver exciting fun events and initiatives for our student residents.Supportive Workplace: Ongoing development, mentoring, and wellbeing programs.Amazing Perks: Complimentary gym membership, discounts at campus retail outlets and generous leave entitlements.ABOUT USOpened in February 2021, we are a 342-bedroom on-campus student accommodation facility located in the heart of Macquarie University Campus.
Our Accommodation Services team manages and supports the accommodation facility, building a safe, supportive and inclusive community for our student residents so they can focus on making life-long friendships and succeed in their studies.We are committed to our people, we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are.
Come join us and be part of a dynamic and committed team and positively impact the lives of our students, staff, and community.OUR BENEFITSComplementary Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym accessStaff discounts at U@MQ operated hospitality and retail outletsOngoing development and mentoring opportunitiesGenerous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and additional leave daysAccess to our staff wellbeing program and staff support servicesWorking on a vibrant parkland campus with a huge variety of food & beverage outlets including general practice & hospital amenitiesAccess to discounted corporate health insurance and free employee flu shot programTHE ROLEReporting to the Residential Life Coordinator, we are seeking an organised, enthusiastic, motivated individual with the ability to deliver premium customer service and events to our student residents.
This includes:Planning and coordinating a calendar of events aimed at fostering personal growth and academic success of our residents and a respectful culture and sense of belonging within our community.Developing online and face to face promotional strategy for events to engage and increase participation from our residents.Obtain feedback and satisfaction rates from residents to evaluate and review the residential life program offering for continuous improvement.Coordinate the operational execution of events, including liaising with third party providers, set up and pack down, and instructions for event assistants.ABOUT YOUYou are passionate about fostering a welcoming and inclusive community where students can thrive.
You'll bring:Demonstrated skill and experience in event planning, promotions and activations.Excellent time management and organisational skills.Ability to engage and relate to people from diverse backgrounds with excellent intercultural communication skills.Excellent ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.Demonstrated experience working with social media content.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW• Checks: A current Working with Children Check and Criminal History Check are required.• Flexibility: Due to the nature of this role, there may be a requirement for work to be performed after hours and some weekends.• Work Rights: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.READY TO JOIN US?Apply now and don't miss this chance to make a real difference in the lives of our student residents!
Submit your CV and Cover Letter as part of your online application via the Workday portal.Specific Role Enquiries: Please contact Sophia Halpin, Residential Life Coordinator via email Recruitment Enquiries: Mirna Alaaiddin, Talent Acquisition Officer – Closing Date: Tuesday, 28 January 2025 at 11:59 pm (AEDT)*** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account.
To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.Applications Close: 28/01/2025 11:59 PMDiversity and InclusionInnovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage.
At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.Flexible WorkAt Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University.
See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace.
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