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OFFICER, CORPORATE EVENTS & STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

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Corporate Affairs

Professional, Full Time (Contract)

The Corporate Events & Stakeholder Engagement Officer plays a vital role in advancing Curtin Malaysia’s strategic objectives by planning and delivering impactful, brand-aligned corporate events and stakeholder engagement initiatives. The role is focused on enhancing Curtin’s public image, supporting its leadership in civic, educational, and sustainability domains, and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders.

The incumbent will also support initiatives aligned with Curtin Malaysia’s commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and State Government priorities, while fostering collaborative relationships with key stakeholders including the government agencies, community groups, industry, and alumni. The role involves producing high-quality content across multiple platforms and coordinating efforts to highlight the institution’s impact and leadership in education and community service.

Key Responsibilities:

1.  Strategic Event Management

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver high-profile corporate and civic events that enhance Curtin Malaysia’s prestige, influence, and visibility.
• Ensure event execution complies with cultural protocols, institutional branding, and stakeholder expectations.
• Design and deliver events that align with Curtin’s strategic themes, including education, research, sustainability, and strategic partnerships.
• Provide expert support and advice on events hosted by other university units to ensure consistency in quality and branding.
• Identify and pursue media opportunities, sponsorships, influencer collaborations, for successful events.

2.  Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building

• Cultivate strong, strategic relationships with government bodies, industry partners, NGOs, alumni, and community groups to support engagement and collaboration through events.
• Coordinate invitations, guest management, and VIP protocol, including liaising with government agencies for dignitary attendance.
• Contribute to strengthening Curtin Malaysia’s role as a civic and community leader by delivering inclusive and accessible event experiences.
• Host campus tours for visitors, showcasing the university's facilities and strengths.

3.  Community Engagement & Impact

• Support the design and implementation of community-focused initiatives and events that align with Curtin Malaysia’s social impact agenda.
• Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders to foster goodwill and mutual benefit.
• Collaborate with other areas of the university to promote inclusive community participation and ensure reciprocal benefits in all outreach efforts.
• Serve as a liaison between the university and the community, ensuring clear communication and advocating for community interests.
• Track and evaluate community engagement outcomes to measure impact, improve future initiatives, and ensure alignment with SDG-related goals.

4.  Communications Campaigns & PR Initiatives

• Prepare engaging speeches, event scripts, briefing notes, and other communications that reinforce Curtin Malaysia’s vision and leadership. 
• Liaise with the media and marketing teams to ensure consistent public messaging and media coverage of strategic events.
• Curate high-quality visual and multimedia content from events for promotional and archival purposes.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to assess audience behaviour and data insights to create targeted communication strategies.
• Oversee event photography and videography to ensure high-quality content for use in event communications and marketing.

5.  Strategic Alignment and Brand Positioning

• Ensure all events and engagement activities reflect Curtin’s brand values, institutional narrative, and strategic goals.
• Align event themes and programming with government policy priorities and regional development plans where relevant.
• Contribute to strategic reporting, benchmarking, and best practice development in university event management.

About You

• A degree in Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience in event management, stakeholder engagement, or public relations, preferably in the higher education or public sector.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute high-impact, protocol-sensitive events with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience developing speeches, event briefs, and promotional content.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and cultivate relationships.
• Strong understanding of branding, strategic communications, and audience engagement.
• Experience working with community organisations, government agencies, and corporate partners.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with a detail-oriented, proactive approach.
• Familiarity with photography, videography, and digital tools for content creation and promotion.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Creative problem-solving abilities with a focus on strategic thinking.

Desirable

• Experience within the higher education sector and knowledge of higher education policies and community engagement frameworks.
• Familiarity with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and government development agendas.
• Knowledge and experience in social paid marketing and social media engagement.
• Working knowledge of design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite), and media editing software.
• Fluency in additional languages (Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin, Indigenous languages) considered an asset.

Closing Date: Open until filled

Interested applicants are invited to submit a latest resume which includes addressing the selection criteria, a covering letter, names and contact details of at least two referees and certified copies of your academic credentials.

How to apply:

Please address your applications to:

Staffing Management Section,
Human Resource Department,
Curtin University Malaysia,
CDT 250, 98009 Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia

To submit an application, please click on the Apply Now button.

Alternatively, you may email your applications to:  hr.recruit.pro@curtin.edu.my

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.


Disclaimer:
Curtin (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd reserves the right at its discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.