UNSW is seeking a Communications Officer to help bring UNSW's stories, achievements and impact to life.
In this role, you'll develop engaging content, provide strategic communications support and deliver initiatives that strengthen engagement with key audiences and support the university's strategic priorities.
Reporting to the Communications Manager, you'll use your expertise in communications, public relations or journalism to create compelling content, build strong stakeholder relationships and drive communications activities that enhance awareness, engagement and reputation outcomes.
This is a full-time, continuing role at Level 7, based in Kensington with a hybrid working arrangement.
What you'll be doing
Developing and delivering communication plans, campaigns and content that support strategic initiatives and organisational priorities
Creating, coordinating and distributing content across a range of channels, including web, social media, publications, newsletters, events and stakeholder communications
Providing communications advice and support to stakeholders, helping identify opportunities to maximise engagement and impact
Supporting media and promotional activities, preparing communication materials and contributing to campaigns that enhance UNSW's reputation and profile
Monitoring communication performance and audience engagement, using data and insights to continuously improve outcomes
What we're looking for
A proactive and collaborative communications professional who enjoys building relationships, creating engaging content and delivering meaningful outcomes, with:
Relevant qualifications and demonstrated experience in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism or a related discipline
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences and channels
Experience developing and implementing communication plans,



campaigns and stakeholder engagement initiatives
Experience building relationships with media, liaising with journalists, and proactively identifying and pitching stories to news outlets
Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes
Experience producing high-quality content across digital, social, media and corporate communication channels
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Demonstrated ability to analyse communication performance and use insights to enhance future activities
For further information on the role and responsibilities, please refer to the position description on the listing.
What's on offer
Salary: Level 7, A$118,483 – A$128,233, plus 17% superannuation
Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
An additional three days' leave during the December shutdown period
Career development opportunities
Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)
Equality, diversity and inclusion
UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to adaptable work options for eligible staff.
Candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Sponsorship is not available for this role; valid Australian working rights are required on application.
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