• Employment Type: Part Time, 28 hours per week
• Duration: Up Until 30 June 2026
• Remuneration: $100,354 (based on experience) + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading
• Location: Kensington, New South Wales
• To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Why this role matters:

The Community Engagement Officer plays a key role within the National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health (referred to herein as “the Centre”), by providing coordination and support on a range of events, processes and initiatives to enhance stakeholder involvement in the work of the Centre.

The role will work closely with key stakeholder groups including people with intellectual disability, families, carers and supporters and the Centre’s fifty-six Partner and Collaborator organisations. Working as part of the Engagement Team, and in close collaboration with the Inclusion Team, the Community Engagement Officer supports the implementation of the Centre’s Stakeholder Engagement Strategy.

The role will report to Manager Sector Engagement and Strategy.

Skills Required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification and subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience in community engagement or community development roles with a passion for community collaboration to ensure optimal design, implementation and evaluation of initiatives.
• Experience working with people with disability, including those with intellectual disability, focusing on promoting inclusion and ensuring accessibility.
• Sound stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience in event coordination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft Office suite and CRM systems.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.

Specific Pre-Employment Checks Required:

• NSW Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

To be considered for this role, your application must include a document addressing the Selection Criteria which are outlined in the “Skills and Experience” section of the position description). Applications that do not address these selection criteria will not be considered.

To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Aarti

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

[email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Officer - National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health enquiry via EthicalJobs.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.