06 Jul
The University of Queensland
Saint Lucia
- Information Technology Services (ITS)
- Full-time, fixed term position for 12 months
- Base salary will be in the range $93,491- $100,296 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
- Based at our St Lucia location
About This Opportunity
The Outreach and Communications Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the delivery of the University of Queensland’s Cyber Security Culture Change Program. Working within a collaborative and purpose-driven team, this position focuses on engaging the UQ community to build cyber safety awareness and resilience. Through coordination of training and outreach activities, the Coordinator helps foster a culture of secure practices by delivering engaging and informative content, events,
and education initiatives. The role offers the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of human cyber risk and make a meaningful contribution to UQ’s cyber safety goals.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating and supporting cyber security education and awareness initiatives, including gamified training, workshops, and webinars.
- Organising logistics for training sessions such as scheduling, liaising with trainers, managing communications, and collecting feedback.
- Contributing to the development and delivery of outreach content including promotional materials, online resources, and internal campaigns.
- Assisting with engagement reporting, phishing simulation scheduling, and general program administration.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching,
research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
- 17% superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
- Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
- Salary packaging options
About You
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related training.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality outcomes.
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in a clear, engaging, and accessible manner.
- Strong verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to diverse audiences or a willingness to develop this capability.
- High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with demonstrated experience using Adobe Creative Suite tools such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines independently.
- Interest in cyber security and a desire to contribute to cyber safety awareness initiatives.
- Experience working in a higher education environment and/or familiarity with content management systems such as Drupal, including video creation and editing skills.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.
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.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Claire Wilson, Senior Manager, Cyber Security Outreach and Culture at [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.
Want to Apply?
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
- Resume
- A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section
Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected].
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process,
which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
Applications close Friday 18 July 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-49357).
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