Engagement And Impact Coordinator

Reference Number: 1425100

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and organised Engagement and Impact Coordinator to join Curtin University’s Research Engagement & Impact team, supporting a dynamic portfolio of events and engagement activities that showcase our research excellence and bring Curtin’s research community together.

This is a varied role where strong project management meets creative problem-solving. You will plan and deliver engagement activities that connect researchers, industry partners and the broader community.

With your excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to keep projects on track, you will help create meaningful experiences that highlight Curtin's research and innovation. Working closely with researchers, Research Office colleagues and stakeholders across the University, you will be part of a collaborative environment where initiative, clear communication, and follow-through are valued.

While the primary focus is on event coordination and stakeholder engagement, you will also support communications activities as needed, offering a great opportunity to contribute across the research engagement space.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and managing all aspects of events and functions which support and promote research initiatives, from conception through to delivery, evaluation and follow-up.
• Coordinating stakeholder engagement activities including workshops, meetings, and consultation processes.
• Developing and maintaining detailed event documentation, including runsheets, briefing notes, budgeting, timelines and other materials to support seamless execution.
• Managing event logistics, venue and supplier coordination to ensure successful delivery.
• Maintaining stakeholder engagement databases, following University policies and processes.
• Assisting the Communications and Engagement Coordinator with communications activities as needed, including preparation of event related promotional materials and digital content.
• Working collaboratively with researchers, Research Office colleagues and stakeholders across the University to support research engagement initiatives.

Who we are looking for (selection criteria):

• An undergraduate degree and relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience planning, coordinating and delivering events, including budget planning, logistics, and preparation of detailed event documentation.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate stakeholder engagement activities and build effective working relationships across all levels.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, timely information to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating engagement strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with digital tools and a willingness to support communications activities when required.

Role Requirements:
About the Research Office at Curtin

The Research Office at Curtin plays a central role in enabling high‑quality, high‑impact research across the University. It supports researchers throughout the research lifecycle, providing expert guidance, essential systems, and collaborative services that help turn great ideas into real‑world outcomes. The Office works across all faculties to strengthen research excellence, foster partnerships, and ensure Curtin’s research is visible, connected and well supported.

About the Engagement & Impact Team

The Engagement & Impact team helps bring Curtin’s research to life by showcasing the real‑world benefits of our work and strengthening connections across the research community and beyond. The team leads initiatives that promote research impact, build engagement capability, and highlight stories of innovation through events, communications and partnerships.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2024 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Up to date resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 8.30pm (AWST) on Sunday, 15 February 2026.

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.