University Sport Coordinator

University Sport Coordinator at Macquarie University

Appointment Type: Full-time, continuing position

Salary Package: $90,000 per annum + super

Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Great perks including free gym membership & monthly RDO’s

Convenient access to metro & public transport

Work on a vibrant university campus engaging students in sports programs

Broad role working across multiple sporting programs

Champion university sport, foster student belonging and deliver experiences that inspire participation and pride!

About The Role

Campus Life has an opening for a University Sport Coordinator to join the University Sport team at Macquarie University.

The University Sport programs include University Nationals, Inter-varsity and Inter-College competitions, the Sport Scholar Program and Sport Clubs. The team ensure that offerings will meet the evolving needs of the student community, will be innovative, and will contribute to a sense of belonging with the University.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the University Sport Lead, you will coordinate Macquarie University’s participation in UniSport programs and events, including Nationals, Intervarsity competitions, and other key sport initiatives. You will collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders — including students, sport clubs, internal University teams, and external partners — to deliver inclusive, engaging, and well‑organised sporting experiences.

No two days are the same. One morning you might be meeting with UniSport representatives to finalise Nationals logistics, later supporting a student leadership group as they plan an Inter‑College event, and finishing the day preparing communications to promote participation to a diverse student cohort. On another day, you might be supporting sport scholars as they balance their sporting and academic requirements and attending UniSport Nationals training sessions, working closely with coaches and team leaders.

About Us

U@MQ Ltd is a a controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life. Campus Life provides a range of services and programs for students, staff, visitors, and local community with a remit to “bring life to our campus” and provide a balance between academic and non-academic life.

We are a vibrant, driven, and collaborative organisation that plays a pivotal role in both the student and staff experience and contributes positively to our local communities. We have a vision to be custodians of creating a sense of belonging at Macquarie University.

At Campus Life we believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment. We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are.

About You (Selection Criteria)

You bring a student‑centred mindset and can work both independently and collaboratively. You are a critical thinker and a creative problem solver with excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail. You are committed to equity and inclusion, demonstrate initiative and are driven to achieve excellence in the workplace. You also share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in your actions and words.

• A degree in Event Management, Business or Sport/Recreation Management, or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience working with financial budgets and reporting
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and across all levels of the organisation
• Demonstrated project management and coordination skills
• Demonstrated organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and excellent computer literacy
• A genuine commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion principles and practices

Specific Role Requirements:

• Current First Aid qualification
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain one prior to commencement)
• Willingness to travel to events and competitions within Australia
• Work hours may vary from time to time to accommodate business needs
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia

Our Recruitment Process

If being part of an inclusive, vibrant, team-orientated organisation is something you are passionate about, we encourage you to apply.

To be considered for this position, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter addressing how your experience aligns with the selection criteria and the specific role requirements (above).

Contact Nicola Carty, University Sport Lead, on 9850 7775 for any general enquiries or a copy of the position description.If you need any support or reasonable adjustments through this recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide the support you need.

Why Join Us?

As a member of the Campus Life team, you'll also enjoy a range of unique benefits:

• Complementary Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym access
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities
• Access to our staff wellbeing program and staff support services
• Access to discounted corporate health insurance and employee flu shot program
• Full access to the University’s Library
• Staff discounts at Campus Life food and beverage outlets

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

Applications Close: Wednesday 11 March 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEDT)

We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received.

A Place Where You Belong

At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.

Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.

Key skills/competency

• Event Management
• Sport Program Coordination
• Student Engagement
• Stakeholder Management
• Project Coordination
• Budget Management
• Organisational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Diversity & Inclusion Principles