Funner Summer is a program designed for international and exchange students to explore Sydney. We offer affordable adventures that showcase the city’s highlights, hidden gems, and stunning landscapes. Our program aims to support students by providing a home-away-from-home experience and budget-friendly trips. The Funner Summer Officer is responsible to assist in designing the trips, training Funner Summer Casuals to make those trips fun experiences, and monitoring the budget and vision of the overall program. We're looking for someone who knows their way around Sydney’s landmarks and hidden gems, loves organising, and is passionate about helping UNSW students build meaningful connections with each other.
Who are We?
Arc is UNSW’s student organisation. We like to call ourselves the cool older sibling. We know that the best parts of going to uni is all the stuff you do outside the classroom, and we pride ourselves on making that experience awesome. We do that through a huge range of opportunities and services available to students online and in-person. Working at Arc you’ll join a welcoming team of full of like-minded students, who believe in listening to students, working together and having fun between hard work. Work perks include professional development opportunities, the occasional work cake party, hot desk spaces, tickets to the Arc Annual Dinner, and more. But probably the best thing you’ll get out of working here are some friendships you’ll never forget.
Imposter Syndrome disclaimer: If you’re reading this thinking, ‘no way can I do this, I have no experience’, you should know that some of the best student Officers at Arc applied when they had no experience. We took them on because we believe in giving people their first chance, and because they showed they had a willingness to learn, problem solve and try new things. You could be that person too
Job Description
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Program Operations
o Collaborate with supervisors, internal departments and other Arc programs cohesively.
o Assist in the development of project plans, timelines, budgets, Funner Summer casuals rosters, runsheets, and logistics for all trips and executing them within set parameters.
o Maintain up-to-date content across our online platforms (including website, Facebook and Instagram) providing opportunities for students to engage with their communities and in a digital space.
• Funner Summer Casual Staff Coordination o Assist in the recruitment and training of casual employees.
o Help to build a passionate team; facilitating social, interpersonal and professional development opportunities.
o Maintain clear and consistent communication as the point of contact for the Funner Summer casual team to direct and guide them through necessary tasks and events.
• Logistics & Admin
o Track metrics and meet targets around student engagement and participation in relation to program goals & KPTs.
o Complete risk assessments, safety briefings, and other ad hoc administration tasks
Desired Skills and Experience
SELECTION CRITERIA
• A UNSW student in 2025.
• Passionate about the primary objectives of the program and able to inspire and motivate others
• Understand university student’s needs and an ability to effectively incorporate these into the program's operations.
• Excellent communication skills; verbal, written and public speaking.
• High attention to detail with proven organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines, including the ability to make decisions under pressure.
DESIRABLE
• Experience in engaging student participants and volunteers online and in person.
• Leadership experience.
• Experience in Funner Summer or previous involvement in other campus activities.
• Ability to work within a budget. • Interest in Sydney major landmarks, as well as some of its hidden gems.
• Knowledge on trends and new exciting events or places to go in Sydney.
What We Can Offer You
• Flexible hours to suit your Uni timetable (average of 15 hrs/wk)
• A casual hourly rate of $32.91/ hr
• A unique opportunity to positively impact your peers
• A fun, fast and driven environment with lots of potential for learning and growth
• Awesome professional experience working in a sector leading organisation • Convenient location on UNSW Kensington Campus Applications close on 22 SEPTEMBER 2024, 11.59 PM.
If you would like to apply, submit the following:
1. Your resume (one page)
2. A covering letter addressing the selection criteria and answering the following questions (maximum 1 one page):
• Can you describe your experience with organising and leading group activities or events, particularly in exploring a city like Sydney?
• How do you approach designing engaging and diverse trips that cater to a range of interests and preferences?
• What motivates you to help students build meaningful connections through exploring Sydney, and how do you plan to foster these connections within the program
