Coordinator, Respectful Relationships and Gender-based Violence Prevention

• UQ Respect
• Create positive change through prevention, education and community engagement.

• Full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months with Full-time equivalent base salary in the range of $97,268.85 - $104,348.98 + 17% super (HEW Level 6)

• Based at our vibrant St Lucia campus.

About This Opportunity 

Join us in shaping a safer, more respectful, and inclusive university community.As Coordinator, Respectful Relationships and Gender-based Violence Prevention, you will bring prevention to life across UQ through engaging workshops, campaigns, events and community initiatives. Working within a collaborative and values-led team, you will build strong relationships, inspire participation and help translate prevention strategies into action.

This 12-month fixed-term opportunity, covering a period of planned absence, offers variety, collaboration and the opportunity to work across a diverse range of prevention initiatives.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and deliver engaging gender-based violence primary prevention initiatives, activities and events.
• Facilitate workshops for students, staff, residential colleges and other UQ communities.
• Coordinate the development and delivery of public health campaigns supporting respectful relationships and gender-based violence prevention.
• Coordinate networks of staff and students to strengthen participation in prevention initiatives across UQ.
• Build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders and communities to advance UQ’s broader prevention commitments.

About You  

We are looking for a creative and confident communicator who bringsa strengths-based approach,, adaptability and a genuine commitment to creating safer and more respectful communities. You will be comfortable facilitating important conversations, connecting with different audiences and working collaboratively to achieve shared outcomes.

You will also demonstrate:

• A degree or relevant training in social work, psychology, public health, social sciences, teaching or a related field, together with at least two years of relevant experience.
• Experience coordinating health promotion activities, campaigns and/or events within gender-based violence prevention or a related area.
• Experience facilitating training relating to respectful relationships, gender-based violence prevention or a related area.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the confidence to engage and advise a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisation, time management and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Katsu Shike on k.shike@uq.edu.au For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.

Other Information 

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close Monday 30 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-70228).

Acknowledgment of Country:

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country.

Why Choose UQ?

At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide.

As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million).

Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries.

Career Development and Support:

UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.

Diverse and Inclusive Community:

UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability.

Join the UQ Community:

Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work.

For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.