Careers at UniSC

• Marketing and Communications | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level 4, $76,275 - $80,218 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

Join our dynamic Marketing and Communications team and help keep operations running smoothly. In this varied role, you’ll provide administrative support across the department, assist the Events and Partnerships team with event logistics and activities, and support the Director, Marketing and Communications. As a central point of contact for the team, you’ll help manage systems, processes and communications that enable the team to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Please note: This role may require travel between UniSC campuses throughout the year. Flexibility in work hours, including after-hours and weekend work, will also be required.

You will

• support the Events and Partnerships team with administrative and operational support to ensure effective delivery of event and partnership activity;
• support Marketing and Communications operations by providing administrative support to the wider department; and
• provide the Director, Marketing and Communications with administrative and organisational support.

About you

You are a highly organised administrative professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting a team to achieve shared goals. With strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities, you communicate confidently with a wide range of stakeholders and build positive working relationships across teams. You take a proactive approach to problem solving, use sound judgement in your work, and are comfortable navigating systems and processes while contributing to a collaborative and efficient team environment.

You will possess:

• relevant education, training and/or experience related to administrative, marketing or communications functions, ideally within a large or complex organisation;
• substantial relevant administrative experience with strong computer literacy and the ability to quickly learn systems and processes, with experience using Microsoft 365 (including Teams and SharePoint) highly regarded;
• excellent organisational skills with the capacity to prioritise conflicting demands, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines;
• the ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships beyond your immediate team to support successful outcomes;
• the ability to exercise sound judgement when dealing confidently and sensitively with a variety of stakeholders across the University; and
• demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to think laterally and take responsibility to deliver positive outcomes.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description: Administration Assistant (Marketing and Communications)

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 8 April 2026. 

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description. There will be opportunity within the application form to also include supporting documentation should you wish.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Emma Rahui
Manager, Events and Partnerships – Marketing and Communications
Telephone: 07 5456 4735
Email: erahui@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the latest Good Universities Guide, UniSC has five‑star ratings in key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, and student support, ranking us among the top public universities nationally for student satisfaction.

Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings. Globally, UniSC is now placed in the top 501–600 institutions in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and ranks first in Queensland in sustainability impact, reflecting the quality, relevance, and societal impact of our work.

At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours.

We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.