RMIT University

Coordinator, Industry Events

We empower students to shape their own lives, achieve impact and create valued places for themselves through work and engagement in the wider community.

  • Marketing

  • Full-time

  • Office | Melbourne, VIC, Australia

  • Visa sponsorship · No

  • Junior · A role for someone with some basic skills, good motivation and ability to learn. Typically 1-2 years of experience is required.

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Why RMIT University

RMIT is a global university of technology, design and enterprise. One of Australia's original tertiary institutions, RMIT University enjoys an international reputation for excellence in professional and vocational education, applied research, and engagement with the needs of industry and the community.

RMIT is a world leader in Art and Design; Architecture and the Built Environment; Engineering; Accounting and Finance; and Business and Management Studies.

About the role

Overview:

  • Full-time, Fixed Term position until December 2025
  • Salary Level HEW 7 + 17% Superannuation
  • Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working About the role As Coordinator, Industry Events, you will be responsible for coordinating and leading strategic and key industry and student engagement events within the STEM College and University. This will include liaison with industry partners, logistical support for event planning and delivery, regular reporting and maintenance of databases. You will also contribute to continuous improvement within the team and foster a collaborative team culture, proactively supporting team members in busier periods and acting as a first point of contact for administrative queries.  This role may occasionally be required to work non-standard hours and leave restrictions may apply during peak periods.  To be successful in this position, you will have:
  • Demonstrated high level communication, relationship building and negotiation skills with the ability to work collegiately with academic and professional staff, students, and external clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a demanding high-volume environment with excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance and process improvement.
  • Demonstrated end-to-end high level project planning and management skills as demonstrated by the successful delivery of major events including planning, budgeting, resource management and evaluation procedures.
  • Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills, including the ability to think creatively and exercise judgement in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to conceptualise and design assets that are brand compliant.
  • Commitment to quality service delivery and sensitivity regarding confidential communications.
  • Demonstrated high level of proficiency in computer software packages including MS365, Adobe Creative Cloud and electronic direct mailing services with accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to learn new technical skills.

What you'll be responsible for

  • Event Management

    Plan, coordinate, execute, and assess events for internal and external stakeholders that achieve a specific goal

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    Campaigns and Projects

    Develop and execute campaigns and projects, including co-branding, events, and lead-sharing

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    Content Creation

    Develop and distribute content that supports key business or marketing goals

Skills you'll need

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    Creativity

    Generates multiple innovative/new/novel ideas to solve a problem

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    Written communication

    Writes in a clear and structured format to convey information and ideas effectively to a target audience

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    Attention to detail

    Accurately identifies and rectifies discrepancies or errors that exists in information and deliverables

Meet the team

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Finance & Marketing

RMIT University

As a school we aim to provide practical, relevant, and innovative Economics, Finance and Marketing programs, research, industry training and consulting which graduates, employers, industry and university peers acknowledge as amongst the best available in the international market place.