Sustainability Coordinator (Communications and Engagement)

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

• Use your communications expertise to inspire sustainable change
• Design, deliver and influence sustainability initiatives that create meaningful impact for our communities, environment and future generations
• Ongoing, part-time (0.8 FTE) role based in Launceston

About the opportunity

At the University of Tasmania, sustainability is central to our mission of creating positive impact for people, place and planet. Through our Stewardship for Sustainability framework, we are embedding sustainability across teaching, research, operations and community engagement to help create a more sustainable future for Tasmania and beyond.

We seek an exceptional communicator and engagement professional to help bring our sustainability ambitions to life.

Working across the University, you'll inspire participation, build meaningful partnerships and design engagement initiatives, events and communications that empower staff, students and communities to contribute to our sustainability goals and create measurable impact.

As Sustainability Coordinator (Communications & Engagement), you will lead the development, delivery and evaluation of the University's sustainability engagement and communications program. From campaigns and events to storytelling, partnerships and behaviour-change initiatives, you'll help turn strategic sustainability commitments into meaningful action while building a vibrant, inclusive and engaged sustainability culture across the University.  From campaigns and events to storytelling and stakeholder engagement, you will help translate our sustainability goals into meaningful action and measurable outcomes. You will work closely with staff, students and external partners to foster a vibrant and inclusive culture of sustainability across the University.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of the University's sustainability engagement and communications program, including setting priorities, defining success measures and monitoring impact with the support of the Sustainability Projects and Communication Officer.
• Using the ability to translate technical holistic sustainability concepts into accessible messaging, oversee and guide the development of sustainability communications, including newsletters, articles and layout for digital channels.
• Work collaboratively with staff, students, communities and partners to co-design engagement initiatives and amplify sustainability action across the University and beyond.
• Support preparation of professional reports and presentations, and communicate strategies, frameworks, and findings to various audiences as well as providing secretariat services to the Sustainability Committee and the University Executive Team Sustainability Working Group.
• Coordinate sustainability projects, campaigns and events that inspire participation, foster behaviour change and support delivery of the University's sustainability commitments. Applying detailed knowledge of sustainability and practical organisation skills.
• Establish and monitor measures of engagement impact, using data and insights to continuously improve programs, communications and outcomes. Provide informed responses and guidance on general sustainability enquiries using sound sustainability knowledge to provide accurate, timely and appropriate information, including monitoring email queries.

­What we’re looking for:

• A passion for sustainability and a commitment to creating positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through collaboration and engagement.
• Experience designing and delivering engagement, communications or behaviour-change initiatives that build community participation and contribute to meaningful sustainability outcomes.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex sustainability concepts into engaging and accessible messages that motivate action and connect diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated proficiency with a range of computer software including database, word processing, spreadsheet, internet, social media, and e-mail packages, communications and design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), experience with digital communications platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Drupal, WordPress, etc), and familiarity with collaboration and productivity tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint, MS Planner).
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate engagement and communications impact as well as familiarity with analytical tools (websites, social media insights, etc)
• Experience evaluating engagement outcomes and using insights and data to improve program effectiveness and impact.

 Qualifications and Licences

• A degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education and/or training.
• Willingness to maintain a current First Aid Certificate, Driver’s License, Working with Vulnerable People Card and Food Safety Certificate.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 7 and 0.8FTE with a total remuneration package of up to $111,917 (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and an up to two page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success profile.
• For further information about this position, please contact Dr Carmen Primo Perez, Sustainability Manager (Strategic Analysis and Reporting)  Carmen.Primo@utas.edu.au
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - Sustainability Coordinator (504081).pdf

Applications close Sunday, 27 September 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.