RUSU Events & Student Communities Officer

• A fun, dynamic & rapid paced on-campus events & activities role working directly with students & volunteers.

• Conveniently based at the busy RMIT City/Carlton Campus

• Excellent salary ($82,757 for 0.8 FTE), super and employment conditions

• Permanent Part Time – 28 hours/week (0.8FTE). 4 days/week (Mon- Thurs)

A rewarding, dynamic and fast paced role, for someone with a mature ‘can do’ attitude and ‘hands on’ experience in the planning and delivery of a diverse program of events (including free food programs) in a student union or community-based setting. This role would suit someone with experience in the events industry who is well-informed of current trends and enjoys working with volunteers and young people. We’re looking for someone who knows how to have fun, while getting the job done and who is happy to BBQ sausages, pour a beer and train students in the basic of running events.

About the Role

The RUSU Events and Student Communities Officer (City/Carlton) is responsible for working with the RUSU Events team to grow, develop and support the RUSU student community events and student led activities on the City and Carlton campuses. They play a central role in the planning and/or delivery of the free lunch program, student life events, festivals, and programs that enrich the student experience at RMIT. They are involved in the event infrastructure bump in and bump out, event set up, cooking BBQs, serving food and coordinating pop up activities.



They are also involved in the planning and/or delivery of small and medium scale special events including local night-time parties/events and departmental events and parties. They will be involved in planning and facilitating a small program of excursions/ trips/ experiences for groups of students.

Qualifications & Key Requirements

• Applicants MUST have at least two years (full-time equivalent) prior work experience in a relevant events role within the tertiary education sector, community or events sectors

• Demonstrated ability to plan, deliver and evaluate successful and engaging small and medium scale events, including food based events.

• Experience resourcing, supervising , mentoring and supporting volunteers.

• Experience within the events industry and well informed of current trends in student events.

• Well-developed capacity for troubleshooting, problem-solving and lateral thinking. Ability to remain calm under pressure.

• High-level interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with people from a range of organisations and backgrounds

• Formal qualification in events management, community development, volunteer management or related area is desirable.

Full Position Description & Selection Criteria are available at: https://www.rusu.rmit.edu.au/jobs





About the RMIT University Student Union (RUSU)

RUSU (RMIT University Student Union) represents around 75,000 students at RMIT University and operates independent from RMIT University as a registered not-for-profit organisation. With an annual budget of over $8.5 million, RUSU employs 35 permanent staff and 15-20 casual student staff. Our main offices are in the CBD with additional offices and services at Bundoora and Brunswick campuses. RUSU delivers a diverse range of programs as showcased in our Annual Reports and Achievements Infographics https://rusu.rmit.edu.au/reports/

RUSU is ‘for students - by students’. This core value underpins our approach to everything we do.

Advice to Applicants

RUSU is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and value diversity and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. RUSU is a child-safe organisation. We are committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people. A valid Working with Children Check is required. You must have the right to work permanently in Australia to apply for this role.

To Apply

Submit your application by email to ••••@rmit.edu.au Applications must include a resume and cover letter addressing how you specifically meet the key requirements of the role (max 2 pages). We’d prefer to hear your authentic voice than AI in cover letters.

Applications close Monday 16 November 2026 at 11.59pm.

For further information on the position, please contact ••••@rmit.edu.au

Explore more about what RUSU is and does: https://rusu.rmit.edu.au

📌 Events & Student Communities Officer (City/Carlton) (Melbourne)
🏢 RUSU
📍 Melbourne