CoralWatch Project Officer

• CoralWatch

• Faculty of Science

• Part time (14.5 hours per week), Fixed Term position for up to 4 months.

• Base salary will be in the range $85,452 - $94,984 + 17% super (HEW Level 5).

• Based at our St Lucia location.

CoralWatch is seeking a purposeful and collaborative Project Officer to support the delivery of projects that connect reef monitoring, education, outreach and community engagement. Working in a fast-paced and impact-focused environment, you will contribute to project planning, stakeholder coordination, communications, documentation, field logistics and educational activities that help communities better understand coral reefs, coral bleaching and climate change.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support the successful delivery and administration of CoralWatch projects, including planning, monitoring, evaluation, documentation and project records.

• Assist with planning and coordinating field expeditions, including logistics, equipment preparation, safety procedures and compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.

• Develop and update communications materials, educational resources, promotional content and social media activities using Adobe software.

• Coordinate stakeholder engagement, respond to enquiries from educators, researchers, community members and other stakeholders, and support workshops, presentations and outreach events.

• Completion of a relevant diploma or degree (e.g., environmental science, communications, education) or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Experience conducting marine or environmental fieldwork.

• Knowledge of coral reef ecosystems and marine conservation principles.

• Experience delivering environmental education or community engagement programs.

• Demonstrated high level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and Adobe suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)

• Demonstrated project coordination and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks, manage multiple projects and deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

• Excellent oral, written and stakeholder engagement communication skills

• Demonstrated skills in providing a high level of customer service, including effective interpersonal skills.

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. 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Diana Kleine via [email protected].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], 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.

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, First Aid and/or CPR certification, 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 [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close 10 August 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-67379).  Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 20 August 2026.