Student Engagement Manager

QUT Student Guild | 9-Month Contract | Full-Time

Make Student Life Better

Are you passionate about creating experiences that bring people together, build community and make a real difference to students?

QUT Student Guild is looking for an energetic, creative and experienced Student Engagement Manager to join our Student Experience team on a 9-month max-term contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves turning ideas into engaging experiences, leading a team and developing programs that connect students with their Guild and university community.

About QUT Student Guild

QUT Student Guild is a student-led, not-for-profit organisation committed to our vision: Make Student Life Better.

Our work is led by students, for students. We deliver events, programs, advocacy, clubs, activities and services designed to make the QUT experience more engaging, inclusive and memorable.

With a strong focus on student voice, community and connection, no two days are the same at the Guild.

About the role

As the Student Engagement Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of our student engagement strategy across QUT's Kelvin Grove and Gardens Point campuses.

You will be responsible for creating opportunities that get students involved, connected and excited about their Guild. From campus activations and events to student programs, clubs and partnerships, you'll play a key role in shaping the student experience.

You'll also lead and support a small Engagement team, working collaboratively across the Guild and with QUT stakeholders to bring great ideas to life.

What you'll be doing

- Deliver a rolling 12-month student engagement calendar aligned with the Guild's strategic priorities.

- Lead engaging events, activations, programs and initiatives that respond to student interests and needs.

- Lead and support the Engagement team, including Student Programs and Clubs & Societies.





- Develop strategies to increase awareness and participation in Guild services, activities and events.

- Manage event contractors, partnerships, sponsorships and associated budgets.

- Work closely with student representatives to ensure student voice is at the heart of our engagement activities.

- Collaborate with internal teams including Commercial Services, Advocacy, Welfare & Wellbeing and Communications.

- Build strong working relationships with QUT staff and external stakeholders.

- Monitor participation, feedback and engagement data to understand what is working and continuously improve our approach.

- Support the promotion of Guild activities across digital, social media, print and on-campus channels.

- Lead, train and support staff, volunteers and interns to deliver excellent student experiences.

About you

We're looking for someone who is creative, organised, people-focused and confident leading engagement initiatives from idea through to delivery.

You'll bring:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in marketing, events, student engagement, communications or a related field.

- Demonstrated experience developing and delivering engagement, marketing or events strategies.

- Experience leading or supervising a team.

- Strong project management, organisational and time management skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Experience using social media platforms and digital engagement tools.

- Experience with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.





- The ability to work autonomously while also being a collaborative team player.

- A genuine interest in creating inclusive and engaging experiences for a diverse student community.

Experience working within a university, student association, student union or similar environment will be highly regarded, but is not essential.

Why join QUT Student Guild?

This is more than an events role. You'll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference to the everyday university experience of thousands of students.

You'll work in a dynamic, student-led workplace where ideas are encouraged, collaboration is valued and the work you do can be seen and felt across campus.

You'll have the opportunity to:

- Make a direct impact on student life.

- Work alongside passionate student representatives.

- Lead a team and influence the direction of student engagement.

- Deliver exciting events and initiatives across two QUT campuses.

- Be part of a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation.

- Work in a role where no two days are the same.

The details

Position: Student Engagement Manager
Employment: Full-time, 9-month contract
Location: Kelvin Grove and Gardens Point, Brisbane
Reporting to: Head of Student Experience

The role may require some work outside standard hours to support events and student activities. Time off in lieu arrangements are available in accordance with organisational arrangements.

An open driver's licence and access to a registered and insured vehicle is required, as the role involves travel between campuses and external venues.

Ready to make student life better?

If you're an experienced engagement professional who loves creating opportunities for people to connect, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and join QUT Student Guild for this exciting 9-month opportunity.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you're interested in joining QUT Student Guild.

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