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About the Team

The Faculty of Law has a reputation for teaching and learning innovation, world-class research and external engagement with the legal profession and wider community. The Faculty has a strong teaching focus, a dynamic research culture and a commitment to social justice and inclusion.

The Faculty's 50th anniversary provides an opportunity to recognise its history, showcase its teaching, research and contribution to the legal profession, and strengthen relationships with alumni, students, staff, donors, industry, government, professional bodies and community partners.

About the Role

The Events Officer coordinates the planning, delivery and evaluation of the Faculty of Law's 50th anniversary events and associated activities under the direction of the LAW Faculty Executive Officer to ensure all activities are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards, while strengthening engagement with the Faculty's internal and external communities and strengthening Faculty of Law's profile, reputation and brand.

The Events Officer will also be is responsible for providing administrative support to assist with event management of other Academic-led and Faculty events from time to time.

If successful in applying for this role, you will be responsible for:





- Coordinating the year worth of celebration events from initial scoping and planning through to implementation, delivery, close-down and evaluation.
- Developing, maintaining and implementing a detailed project plan covering milestones, timelines, responsibilities, dependencies, logistics, communications, risks and approved deliverables.
- Coordinating the development and distribution of approved invitations, event information, registration communications and promotional materials and working with the Marketing and Communication Unit to ensure communications are accurate, timely, accessible and consistent with UTS brand requirements.
- Providing clear operational direction to participants, speakers and suppliers for the effective delivery of the event whilst managing competing stakeholder requirements and negotiating practical solutions within the approved event plans.
- Overseeing event operations to ensure they are delivered safely and effectively, with logistical requirements completed and issues resolved or escalated promptly.
- Coordinating event risk assessments, safety planning, emergency arrangements and required approvals in consultation with relevant UTS specialists.
- Reviewing event procedures and operating arrangements and implementing approved improvements within the position's area of responsibility.

With examples, please outline within your Cover Letter,



how you meet the following four (4) key selection criteria:

- Proven experience planning, leading and delivering events in multi-stakeholder environments
- Proven time management and project management skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, showing initiative and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Base Salary Range: $101,277 - $109,651 pa (HEW 6) pro rata

This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include adaptable work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is part time (0.6 FTE) and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 12 months

Please note the position may be required to work outside normal business hours during event preparation, delivery and close-down.

Closing Date: Friday 27th November 2026 at 11:59pm (AEST)

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.

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