Engagement and Operations Coordinator

• Support the Chair in Climate Action and Ethical Transitions and Net Zero Observatory within the UQ Business School.
• Part-time (0.4 FTE), fixed-term position for up to 12 months, with potential for extension.
• Commencing in early 2027, with the possibility of an earlier start date.
• Base salary will be in the range $97,269 - $104,349 + 17% super (HEW Level 6).
• Based at our St Lucia location.

About This Opportunity
Join a purposeful and collaborative team working to accelerate the translation of research into real-world climate action. Working closely with Professors Belinda Wade and Matthew Hornsey, you will connect research with industry, government, philanthropy and the wider community while coordinating the systems, partnerships and activities that support the Chair in Climate Action and Ethical Transitions and the Net Zero Observatory. While the opportunity is presented as a 2 day a week , fixed term position there is some flexibility in this arrangement.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships, coordinate industry and policy engagement, and support productive relationships with business, philanthropic and community stakeholders.
• Translate research findings into accessible briefing notes, reports, impact summaries and other practical outputs for diverse audiences.
• Coordinate projects, events, budgets, timelines, reporting, grant administration and compliance activities.
• Navigate university systems and coordinate procurement, human resources processes, event logistics and external communications while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

About You

• A degree in business, psychology, social sciences, a technical discipline or a related field is highly desirable, although equivalent experience gained through administrative, operational or office-based roles will also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, partnerships or program management.
• Strong operational and project management capability, including the ability to coordinate competing priorities, timelines and deliverables.
• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to tailor information for academic, policy, industry, philanthropic and community audiences.
• An ability to translate complex research findings into clear, practical and engaging outputs.
• Experience working across academia, policy, industry or the not-for-profit sector.
• A collaborative and inclusive approach, with the confidence to build trusted relationships across organisational and sector boundaries.
• Experience in a university environment, particularly at UQ, would be highly regarded.

About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Belinda Wade via email [email hidden]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email hidden], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email hidden] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close 4th November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-69105). Please note applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. UQ reserves the right to close this recruitment process prior to the advertised close date.