Are you passionate about the arts, creative communities, and student engagement? Arc is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Community Officer to support student activities, events, clubs, and creative programming across the UNSW Art & Design campus and other UNSW locations.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a current UNSW student to gain hands-on experience in community engagement, event coordination, administration, and student services while helping students connect, create, and thrive
About Arc
Arc is the student organisation at UNSW, dedicated to creating the best student experience. For over 20 years, Arc has delivered exciting opportunities beyond the classroom through more than 300 Clubs & Societies, volunteering programs, major campus events, wellbeing initiatives, cost-of-living services, and much more.
At UNSW Art & Design, Arc Creative supports students through creative programs, exhibitions, events, and opportunities that enrich campus life and build a vibrant artistic community.
As the Community Officer, you will play a key role in supporting student engagement and campus life by coordinating bookings, assisting with events, maintaining student spaces, promoting activities, and providing exceptional service to students and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate and administer student and club space and resource bookings.
- Support the delivery of student events, activities, exhibitions, and programs across UNSW Art & Design and other campuses.
- Maintain and promote the Arc Creative website and social media channels to increase student engagement and awareness of opportunities.
- Respond to student enquiries and assist in maintaining a welcoming and vibrant Arc Student Lounge.
- Support reporting and data collection relating to artist engagement, gallery attendance, volunteer participation, and AHEGS activities.
- Work collaboratively with Arc staff, volunteers, clubs, and university stakeholders.
- Assist with additional administrative and event-related tasks as required.
Essential Criteria
- Current UNSW student in 2027.
- A genuine passion for the arts, creative practice, and student engagement.
- Experience participating in creative programs such as ArtStart, Kudos, or similar initiatives.
- Experience in administration, customer service, event coordination, or a related area.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Highly developed organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- A positive, proactive, and collaborative approach to work.
- Understanding of and sensitivity to the needs of diverse university students.
Desirable
- Experience managing social media content or digital communications.
- Experience working with volunteers, clubs, student groups, or community organisations.
- Knowledge of the UNSW Art & Design student community.
Why Join Arc?
- Gain valuable experience in student engagement, events, and community development.
- Work in a creative and student-focused environment.
- Develop professional skills alongside experienced staff.
- Contribute to meaningful programs that enhance the UNSW student experience.
- Connect with a broad network of students, volunteers, and university stakeholders.
Apply Now
If you're a current UNSW student who is passionate about building vibrant student communities and supporting creative experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your application, including your resume and a brief statement addressing the selection criteria.
