Events & Communications Manager (10 month contract)
St John's College within the University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
Posted on: 7 August 2025
Closing date: 7 September, 2025
St John’s College, University of Queensland | St Lucia, Brisbane
Start: Late September / Early October 2025
We’re seeking an experienced Events & Communications Manager to step into a dynamic maternity leave cover role at one of Queensland’s leading university residential colleges.
In this 10-month fixed-term position, you’ll lead the planning and delivery of a suite of signature College events, from formal dinners and alumni gatherings to conference and external hire bookings. You’ll also be responsible for managing our events and communications calendar, coordinating multi-channel engagement, and ensuring our brand voice is consistently represented.
Who we’re looking for:
A confident and detail-oriented events professional who is comfortable working autonomously and taking initiative
A strong communicator with a flair for digital engagement and brand storytelling
Someone comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and complex event logistics
A team player who thrives in a values-based and community-oriented environment
What you’ll bring:
+ Minimum 5 years’ experience in events and communications
+ Tertiary qualifications in event management, PR, communications, or marketing
+ Proficiency with Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, Humanitix, Vision6, Plannable (or similar platforms)
+ Experience in education or residential environments (desirable)
+ Current (or eligibility for) QLD Blue Card
This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing team and bring your skills to a community that makes a lasting impact.
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to Triona Maddick, Director of Advancement, at t.maddick@stjohns.uq.edu.au.
